A new systematic literature review with meta-analyses, conducted by Reimer et al[i], demonstrates that chicory root fibre intake promotes a significant reduction in body weight, body mass index (BMI), fat mass, waist circumference, and to a certain extent, body fat percentage. Based on this review, there is now even stronger evidence to show that supplementation with chicory root fibre can lead to clinically meaningful reductions in body weight and other weight management parameters. Obesity … [Read more...] about Weight management benefits of chicory root fibres confirmed via systematic review with meta-analyses
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Study shows BENEO’s Palatinose™ stimulates the release of GLP-1 in overweight adults
A new study led by Prof. Andreas Pfeiffer (Zhang et al.[i]) demonstrates that intake of the naturally sourced, smart carbohydrate Palatinose™ stimulates the release of beneficial gut hormones, including GLP-1 in overweight adults, even if its consumption is followed by a meal. The findings show that Palatinose™ (isomaltulose) has a beneficial effect on metabolic parameters that are important for maintaining a healthy body weight, blood glucose control, and cardiovascular health. GLP-1 has … [Read more...] about Study shows BENEO’s Palatinose™ stimulates the release of GLP-1 in overweight adults
BENEO to Reduce CO2 Emissions at Wijgmaal Plant
State-of-the-art technology will recover energy from wastewater towards more sustainable production BENEO, a leading manufacturer of functional ingredients for food, feed and pharma, is continuing its commitment towards more sustainable production processes by installing new equipment at its rice ingredients plant in Wijgmaal, Belgium. Thanks to a large-scale industrial heat pump supplied by Heaten, a specialist in industrial heat pump solutions, the company will be able to recover energy … [Read more...] about BENEO to Reduce CO2 Emissions at Wijgmaal Plant
