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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New Study Shows Chicory Root Fibres Selectively Increase Bifidobacteria Independent of Food Application and Matrix
A recently published studyi conducted by researchers from The Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences University of Reading (UK), in collaboration with the BENEO-Institute, demonstrates that prebiotic chicory root fibres support the selective growth of Bifidobacteria in the human gut, no matter which food application and food matrix they are used in. This is good news for producers wanting to bring the bifidogenic effect and gut health benefits of prebiotic chicory root fibre to a wide … [Read more...] about New Study Shows Chicory Root Fibres Selectively Increase Bifidobacteria Independent of Food Application and Matrix
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
