ORAFTI® soluble fibres for digestive health

ORAFTI® inulin and oligofructose support a healthy intestinal environment. Having a positive influence on gut micro flora by supporting selectively bacteria regarded as “good bacteria”, these prebiotic dietary fibres also contribute to a better regulated transit and high stool frequency. In January 2015, based on Beneo’s dossier, EFSA published a positive evaluation on ORAFTI® Inulin’s beneficial effect on bowel function by increasing stool frequency. In addition to this proprietary art. 13.5 claim, general well-being claims under art. 10.3 is also a possibility for formulations with ORAFTI® Inulin and oligofructose – e.g. “promotes digestive health” or “supports a healthy and balanced digestive system”. To achieve the claimed effect an amount of 12 g native chicory inulin should be consumed daily. The 12 g can be split up into several servings per day.

Blood sugar management is another field where inulin contributes, having a 13.5 health claim on lower blood glucose rise. The health claim confirms that inulin and oligofructose contributes to a better blood glucose management by supporting a lower rise in blood glucose response. General health related well-being claims under art. 10.3 is also a possibility – this could for instance be “lower and more balanced blood glucose rise”. To use the claims, a 30% sugar reduction must be obtained by replacement with non-digestible carbs such as ORAFTI® inulin and oligofructose.

In addition to promoting digestive health and supporting a lower rise in blood sugar response, the functional ORAFTI® inulin fibres have proven to support weight management and to contribute to stronger bones by helping the body absorb more calcium.