4 01, 2019

Chia Seed

Chia Seed What is a Chia Seed? Chia is a small, black seed native to the Americas. It is a subtropical crop, recently popularized for its unique nutritional composition, mainly high omega-3 fatty acids which account for 60% of its oil content. Chia seeds, flour, oil and mucilage can be used in [...]

2 02, 2018

Oat Hull Fiber

Oat Hull Fiber What is Oat Hull Fiber? Oat hull fiber is an ingredient made by grinding and purifying the outermost protective layer of the oat grain. It consists mainly of lignin, cellulose and hemicellulose and, thus, is considered a rich source of insoluble dietary fiber (up to 90%). When added to [...]

10 06, 2015

Soluble Fiber

Soluble Fiber Also known as soluble dietary fiber What is Soluble Fiber? Soluble fiber is a material derived from plant sources that can be added in baking applications to enhance a final product’s properties. These types of ingredients can act as thickening agents and also lend volume to baked goods, particularly those [...]

7 06, 2015

Chicory Root Fiber

Chicory Root Fiber What is Chicory Root Fiber? Chicory root fiber is a derived from Cichorium intybus var. Satvium, a member of the dandelion family. A soluble fiber and food additive, it’s a good source of inulin. It’s a fructooligosaccharide that provides many functional and health benefits in baking including: Low calorie [...]

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