Articles Tagged with ''gut health''

BENEO has extended a production line at its Pemuco, Chile, operation that enables processing capabilities for the production of its liquid chicory root fiber Orafti® Oligofructose LL with a significantly expanded shelf life of one year.

Ideal any time of day for hydration, WELLNESS juices are formulated without added sugar and are light and refreshing while supporting immunity-boosting nutrition with 100% organic fruits and greens.

“More and more research is looking at our gut microbiome and how it plays an integral role in affecting our immune system, brain health and other body functions,” says Dr. Samara Sterling, a nutrition scientist and research director for The Peanut Institute. “These findings are exciting because the students consumed a relatively small amount of peanuts each day but the impact on their memory and mood was statistically significant.”

Psyllium husk has been employed for centuries as a remedy for digestive issues. Highly versatile, psyllium husk is also a staple in various baking and thickening applications. 

The innovative line – available in both Gut Balance and Plant Protein varieties – is a celebration of ingredients baked to unlock the nutrition of diverse and nutrient-rich whole grains.

"As we step into the future of food and beverage innovation, Tate & Lyle remains committed to delivering delicious and nutritious solutions that cater to consumers' evolving tastes and preferences," says Jessica Wilford, VP, Head of Category Planning and Development, Tate & Lyle North America. "We invite everyone to join us at the SSW Conference to discover how we're transforming lives through the science of food to support healthier living."

Butyric acid is an extensively researched short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) that plays an important role in intestinal health, which also extends to overall health and well-being. Despite its benefits, products containing butyrate have many formulation and operational challenges due to its unpleasant odor and difficult handling.

With consumers’ proactive focus on wellness coupled with demands for tailored solutions, these wellness areas are ripe for innovation.

Surveys suggest that seven in 10 consumers regularly seek out food and drinks to help improve their digestive health1 and 75% of them consider fiber to be an effective gut health ingredient.

The company's gut-healthy and low glycemic sodas–which contain five grams of prebiotic fiber, less than 40 calories, and only 4g of sugar per can–feature its proprietary Organic Agave Prebiotic and functional ingredients.