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Functional Ingredients

Inulin

Features:

  • Inulin is a soluble dietary fiber derived from plants, such as chicory root.
  • Acts as a prebiotic, promoting the growth of beneficial gut bacteria; classified as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.

Benefits:

  • Supports gut health and digestion.
  • Can act as a sugar and fat replacer in various food products; enhances texture and mouthfeel; improves good cholesterol levels.

Applications:

  • Dietary Supplements (prebiotics) & Healthy snacks (cereals, bars, and cookies).
  • Dairy alternatives (non-dairy yogurt, ice cream, and cheese spreads) & Functional Beverages (fiber-fortified drinks and smoothies).
  • Nutrition supplements.
  • Sports nutrition.

Cocoa powders

Features:

  • Available in various grades: natural, alkalized, and Dutch-processed.
  • Rich chocolate taste and aroma, enhances mouthfeel of products.

Benefits:

  • Provides the flavour and health benefits of cocoa in a convenient, shelf-stable form.
  • Enhances the flavor and color of various food products.
  • Rich in antioxidants.

Applications:

  • Bakery products (brownies, cakes, muffins, and cookies).
  • Dairy (yogurt, ice cream, and spreads) & confectionery (chocolate, candy, & chewy sweets).
  • Sports Nutrition (supplements).
  • Beverages (smoothies, shakes, hot chocolate).