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The Fibersol line of ingredients is included in the FDA’s list of dietary fibers and can fulfill consumer desires for tasty, fiber-full products that are well tolerated and have demonstrated satiety benefits. 

The estimated 45 million Americans suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can visit one of the more than 300 Sprouts locations across 19 states and choose from Fody’s line of low FODMAP foods, including low FODMAP snacks, sauces, kitchen staples, dressings and marinades.

SunCran Naturelle combines Taiyo’s Sunfiber soluble guar fiber with Fruit d’Or’s Cran Naturelle cranberry juice powder. It is a turnkey solution for those looking for prebiotic fiber benefits combined with cranberry juice benefits—without the added sugar. 

America's appetite for gut-friendly products continues to be ravenous. Consumers are eagerly seeking foods and beverages that help them maintain a healthy digestive tract.

Highly effective at low doses, NUTRAFLORA short-chain fructooligosaccharide helps to promote growth of beneficial bacterial in the large intestine. It can be easily incorporated into a wide range of applications such as bars, snacks, cold cereal, dairy, beverages and even confectionery.

Chaga supports immune function and gut wellbeing and is rich in antioxidant properties. Activated charcoal is a popular ingredient often used to support detox and lemon is used for hydration and digestive support touted for its use to support skin wellbeing.

The FDA amended its list after reviewing the totality of scientific evidence, including 20 years’ worth of clinical research on the ingredient in a citizen petition filed by ADM on behalf of ADM/Matsutani LLC JV. 

The announcement follows a joint citizen petition requesting the addition of chicory root fiber to the list of dietary fibers accepted in the US as well as a comprehensive response to the FDAs scientific review of inulin-type-fructans and data request. In 2015, the FDA issued new Nutrition Facts labeling regulations for food and supplements to be implemented by January 1st, 2020. In the new regulation, dietary fibers are defined as naturally occurring fibers that are intrinsic and intact in plants, or as isolated or synthetic fibers that have demonstrated a beneficial physiological effect.

The decision was made following an extensive review by the FDA’s Nutrition Science Review team into a wide range of non-digestible carbohydrates. As a result, chicory root fibers inulin and oligofructose—natural non-digestible carbohydrates from chicory root—have a demonstrated health benefit and have been found to be in compliance with the dietary fiber definition, as outlined in the nutrition labelling regulations. 

With a nutrient breakdown of 100 calories, 18 grams of protein and only 5 grams of naturally occurring sugar in each bottle, Pillars is all natural, non-GMO, and contains no added sugar and nothing artificial. It’s a favorite among athletes, families, and busy people who want to eat healthy but need convenience.