Chicory root fibers found to provide digestive health and natural defense benefits to children
12 Jul 2018 --- Consuming chicory root fibers can bring important health benefits to kindergarten children aged three to six years, according to research by Professor Tamás Decsi and Szminoetta Lohner at the Department of Pediatrics, University of Pécs, Hungary. Previous studies have demonstrated a strengthening of the natural defense system in infants and children between birth and two years of age. However, this is the first time this evidence has been established for this age group. The human intervention study, which examined the supplementation of a daily dosage of 6g of chicory root fiber during the autumn and winter period, demonstrated various health benefits amongst children. These include improved gut microbiota composition, softer stools in a normal range and fewer incidences of infections in the group of three to six-year-old children. Regular intake of a dedicated composition of chicory root fiber, a variant of Orafti inulin, was found to support the gut microbiota of the children by increasing bifidobacterial and lactobacilli numbers. This resulted in lower numbers of fever episodes requiring a physician’s consultation and sinusitis in kindergarten children. Also, the positive effect on digestive health was further supported by a softer stool consistency. Acute infections, particularly in the winter season, are common in kindergarten children. The negative impact of the children’s poor well-being can be linked to increased health care costs and workday losses by the caretaking parent(s). This latest research highlights that the risk of such infections can be reduced by incorporating chicory root fiber, Orafti inulin, into the daily diet of children to strengthen their defense forces and improve digestive health. “This study demonstrates the importance of healthy, prevention orientated eating in this age group. By making small adjustments to your daily choices, you can achieve significant improvements to your health status, from very early on. It also shows once again that your microbiota composition matters. With the chicory root fiber used in this study, we can strengthen their natural defense forces. These are very exciting results that can be achieved by these particular dietary fibers,” says Anke Sentko, Vice President Regulatory Affairs and Nutrition Communication at BENEO. “The effect of the microbiome on human metabolism is much greater than researchers previously thought. Consuming nutrients, such as prebiotic chicory root fiber, that positively influence the microbiota composition, is a powerful way to help stay healthy in various ways. Given these latest findings, we anticipate there may be more research examining the strengthening of the bodies inner defenses still to come,” she concludes. To contact our editorial team please email us at editorial@cnsmedia.com
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Functional fibres: Orafti® inulin and oligofructose are prebiotic fibers extracted from the chicory root. These fibers do not only promote optimal intestinal functioning but also act as prebiotics that promotes the growth of ‘good’ bacteria (Inulin: EFSA claim on prebiotic wellbeing available). Both ingredients allow for an EFSA claim on blood sugar management as they support a lower rise in blood glucose levels and a lower insulin response. Functional carbohydrates: Palatinose™ or isomaltulose is a low-glycaemic and fully-digestible carbohydrate derived from the chicory root. What is special in comparison to other carbohydrates is that it releases its full carbohydrate energy (4kcal/g) more slowly and in a more balanced way (EFSA claim available). It improves fat oxidation during physical activity, leading to a sustained energy supply. Being acid stable, the food maintains its osmolality – an advantage, especially in sports beverages. In addition, it is a non-cariogenic ingredient. Functional protein: Beneo’s Vital Wheat Gluten is a source of essential amino acids which the body cannot produce itself. Apart from their nutritious benefits, they improve the taste and texture of bakery goods, ready-to-eat meals, meat-based products, etc. Consequently, the sustainable sources of BeneoPro VWG have been allocated the IFS label, an acknowledged reference for high-quality ingredients. Specialty rice ingredients: Beneo’s natural and organic rice ingredients include flours, starches, bran, syrups, proteins and concentrates. They help you respond to the growing demand for clean label, organic, gluten-free and hypoallergenic products. In addition, they improve mouthfeel, texture, crispness, crunchiness, shelf-life, and color of products. Related ArticlesHealth & Nutrition News Cognitive boost: Dietary fiber found to reduce brain inflammation during aging14 Sep 2018 --- There may be a way to delay the inevitable decline of cognitive function as we age: consuming dietary fiber, according to a new study from the University of Illinois. As mammals age, immune cells in the brain known as microglia become chronically inflamed. In this state, they produce chemicals known to impair cognitive and motor function, explaining why memory fades and other brain functions decline during old age. Although the study was conducted in mice, the researchers are comfortable extending the findings to humans, if only in a general sense. Health & Nutrition News GOS holds dietary fiber potential: FrieslandCampina eyes new applications13 Aug 2018 --- FrieslandCampina is targeting the dietary fiber opportunity for its Galacto-Oligosaccharides (GOS). The move comes in response to the recent FDA green light on specific dietary fibers which presents new market opportunities and application areas. “There is a lot of interest in clean, green and label-friendly ingredients and fiber is one that they are looking for, but in good tasting applications. This really means a lot more flexibility for formulators to offer something that has both prebiotic and fiber benefits,” Sarah Staley of FrieslandCampina tells NutritionInsight on the topic of GOS as a trending prebiotic fiber. Health & Nutrition News Future of plant-based protein lies in blends and flavor combinations: DuPont Nutrition & Health24 Jul 2018 --- At this year’s annual IFT Food Expo (July 15-18) in Chicago, DuPont Nutrition & Health showcased its latest market-based innovations, including plant-based protein advancements. NutritionInsight’s Robin Wyers spoke to the company's protein experts at the show on how the future of plant-based proteins for food and beverage applications lies in blends and broader scope of flavor combinations. Health & Nutrition News IFT 2018: Beneo on the clarity US dietary fiber ruling brings to its customers19 Jul 2018 --- Big news on the agenda for many suppliers this year was the US Food and Drug Administration’s guidance identifying eight specific fibers that can be classified as “dietary fibers” on the upcoming Nutrition Facts Label. At IFT 2018 in Chicago, NutritionInsight spoke with Jon Peters, President at Beneo, about what the guidance means for the company. Health & Nutrition News Infant nutrition (part 2): Innovations in feeding the first 1,000 days20 Jun 2018 --- Although breast milk is the most nutritious and advisable way to feed an infant for the first six months of life, as advised by the World Health Organization, there are situations that necessitate good quality breast milk substitutes. Part one of this two-part series on infant nutrition focused on the R&D challenges facing formula manufacturers. This second section focuses on the innovations in the ever-evolving market of Breast Milk Substitutes (BMS), as shared by a range of suppliers, as well as a look at the upcoming trends. More Articles |
