Three New Studies Published on NutraFlora scFOS Prebiotic Fiber

27/08/07 GTC Nutrition, business unit of Corn Products International, Inc. has announced the publication of three new studies relating to NutraFlora short-chain fructooligosaccharides (scFOS) prebiotic fiber and immune health. These studies, published in the World Journal of Gastroenterology, Journal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition and the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, complement the more than 20 studies that support the role scFOS plays in helping to support immune health.

The published studies include:
1. Karakan, T., et al. Comparison of early enteral nutrition in severe acute pancreatitis with prebiotic fiber supplementation versus standard enteral solution: a prospective randomized double-blind study. World Journal of Gastroenterology. 2007; 13(19): 2733-2737

2. Adogony, V., et al. Effects of dietary scFOS on immunoglobulins in colostrums and milk of
bitches. Journal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition. 2007; 91: 169-174

3. Fukasawa, T., et al. Identification of market genes for intestinal immunomodulating effect of a
fructooligosaccharides by DNA microarray analysis. Journal of Agricultural and Food
Chemistry. 2007; 55: 3174-3170

"We are pleased to see the results of ongoing research into the many health benefits of NutraFlora," said Patrick Smith, President GTC Nutrition. "Consumers are increasingly demanding better-for-you food and beverage alternatives, and we are committed to providing healthy, value-added ingredients with proven science to meet this need."

NutraFlora scFOS prebiotic fiber rests on a broad foundation of scientific support with over 200 studies highlighting its health benefits to include improved calcium absorption and support of digestive and immune health. These areas of wellness are among the five key health platforms the company supports.

Its ingredient solution portfolio expands beyond NutraFlora to include Aquamin calcified mineral source, OatVantage oat bran concentrate and NutraFlora Plus Hi-maize prebiotic fiber blend to support bone, digestive, immune, heart and glycemic health.