In the past, trying to find sugar-free products in the candy aisle was an exception rather than the norm. Fast forward to today, the shelves are lined with a dizzying selection of sugar-free or sugar-reduced options, making consumers spoiled for choice. This trend can be largely attributed to consumers becoming more health-conscious and aware of nutritional labels due to increased health problems, with high obesity and diabetes causing many consumers to seek more sugar-free … [Read more...] about Sugar-Free Chocolate: Satisfying Your Sweet Tooth Without Having to Settle
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Prebiotic effect evidenced for chicory root fibres by the first systematic review with meta-analyses
- Intake of chicory root fibres increases Bifidobacteria and supports bowel function - A new systematic literature review with meta-analyses, conducted by Dávid U. Nagy et al., demonstrates that chicory root fibre intake (starting at 3g/day) promotes significant growth of Bifidobacteria in the gut microbiome in all age groups and improves bowel function parameters. It is the first study of this kind, based on randomised control trials, that has investigated the effect of inulin-type … [Read more...] about Prebiotic effect evidenced for chicory root fibres by the first systematic review with meta-analyses
Providing for a healthier year ahead with functional ingredients
Article contributed by Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO Asia Pacific For many of us, a new year symbolises fresh beginnings. When it comes to new year resolutions, being healthier continues to occupy the top spots for a vast majority of people. But this is often easier said than done. With upcoming celebrations like the Lunar New Year right around the corner, consumers will be further challenged to uphold their resolutions while still being able to indulge in the festive … [Read more...] about Providing for a healthier year ahead with functional ingredients
