Synbiotic formulation is still in its infancy but shows promise. Isabelle Champié, global marketing director for Institut Rosell-Lallemand, breaks it down into something easy to digest....More
The next great opportunity in fiber land is invisible. Soluble, or prebiotic, fibers are inexpensive and can provide other functions beyond taking out the trash....More
Prebiotics often are hidden in unlikely places and called a variety of names. Check out 10 functional foods and drinks that sneak in prebiotic soluble fiber for a variety of purposes, including fat and sugar reduction and digestive health.
The market for prebiotics is forecast to double in the next five years. Although consumers mostly buy prebiotic products for weight management, will the future of the category focus on digestive health and satiety? Here are the factors at play and the products to watch....More
Kantha Shelke, PhD, food scientist and principal of Corvus Blue suggests several functional food ingredients to serve in your deli, bakery or juice bar....More
