Description
WHAT IS CHICORY INULIN?
Chicory inulin, also known as chicory root fiber, belongs to the class of fructan carbohydrates.
The root of the chicory plant is rich in inulin, making it an excellent natural source. Inulin has been part of our daily diet for centuries.
It is the first ingredient verified natural according to the latest ISO guidelines. The roots are processed using sophisticated extraction and purification techniques.
FEAUTURES OF CHICORY ROOT LIQUID INULIN
Chicory Root Inulin Fiber is a soluble fiber and natural prebiotic. It comes from chicory root, it improves your intestinal function, and it helps with the absorption of nutrients such as calcium, vitamins and antioxidants.
- Prebiotic Effect: Chicory root Inulin fiber is considered a prebiotic fiber, which means it provides nourishment to beneficial gut bacteria. It serves as a substrate for the growth of probiotics, helping to maintain a healthy gut microbiome. A balanced gut microbiome is associated with various health benefits, including improved digestion, immunity, and overall well-being.
- Digestive Health: As a soluble fiber, chicory root inulin fiber adds bulk to stools and can help promote regular bowel movements. It may also alleviate symptoms of constipation by softening the stool and supporting the natural movement of waste through the digestive tract.
- Reduced Caloric Content: Chicory root inulin fiber provides bulk and texture to food products without significantly contributing to the caloric content. This makes it a useful ingredient in reducing the caloric density of foods while maintaining palatability.
- It does not contain odor or taste, and it has a rapid absorption in your body. Add it to desserts, smoothies, milkshakes, tea, coffee, gelatin, juices, or simply dissolve a tablespoon in a glass of water.
CHICORY ROOT FIBER FOR OVERALL HEALTH
Chicory root fiber is a functional food ingredient that can replace sugar and fat while improving taste and mouthfeel. It promotes digestive health by enriching the fiber content of food. Moreover, it has a prebiotic effect, stimulating the growth of beneficial bacteria in the colon. This results in an balanced microbiome. Chicory inulin is recognized as the only plant-based prebiotic by The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP).
Because chicory inulin has a low caloric value, low glycemic response and promotes satiety, it can make a significant contribution to weight
management. It even stimulates calcium absorption, resulting in improved bone health. Results of recent studies show promise for effects on immunity and cognitive health.
APPLICATIONS
- Food and Beverage Industry:
- Sugar and Fat Reduction: Chicory root inulin is used as a sugar and fat replacement in a wide range of food products, including baked goods, dairy, and confectionery, to reduce calorie content while maintaining texture and taste.
- Beverages:
- Functional Beverages: Inulin is added to functional beverages, such as probiotic drinks and smoothies, to serve as a prebiotic, promoting the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.
- Dairy Products:
- Yogurts: Inulin is included in yogurt to enhance creaminess, improve texture, and serve as a prebiotic fiber.
- Bakery and Confectionery:
- Low-Calorie Baking: Inulin is used in low-calorie and reduced-sugar baking recipes for its ability to mimic the properties of sugar and fat in baked goods.
- Cereals and Snack Bars:
- High-Fiber Products: Inulin is added to cereals and snack bars to boost their fiber content, making them more nutritious and satiating.
- Beverage Fermentation:
- Kombucha and Probiotic Drinks: Inulin is used in the production of fermented beverages, serving as a substrate for probiotic bacteria growth.
- Encapsulation: Inulin can be used for encapsulating drugs and probiotics, protecting them during transit through the digestive system
- Nutraceuticals:
- Dietary Supplements: Inulin is included in dietary supplements and functional foods as a prebiotic to support digestive health.
- Animal Feed:
- Livestock and Pet Nutrition: Inulin is used in animal feed as a prebiotic and to improve the digestibility of nutrients in livestock and pet nutrition.
- Fiber Supplements: Inulin is used in fiber supplements, contributing to digestive health and regularity
- Fiber-Enriched Bars: Inulin is added to dietary and fiber bars to increase their fiber content and improve texture
QUALITY AND FOOD SAFE
Our full range of chicory inulin and oligofructose products qualifies as natural according to ISO/TS 19657:2017. Chicory root fiber was the first dietary fiber to achieve this verification. Our products are non-GMO, gluten free and vegan. Our Chicory Root Inulin Fiber is FSSC 22000, Kosher and Halal certified
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