Cargill’s Oliggo-Fiber inulin is a natural, invisible soluble fiber that is virtually undetectable in most foods and beverages. It is now available as a fiber syrup, as well as in the free-flowing powder form food and beverage manufacturers have been using to discreetly add fiber’s health benefits to a variety of products.
“Drink your way to health” is a concept that has blossomed over the past few years, as successive waves of “better-for-you” beverages have achieved success. From pomegranate juices and green teas to probiotic drinks and almond milks, consumers have a dizzying array of drink options for improved health and better living.
Reviews of recent supplement studies seemingly convey bad news for antioxidants; however, the results actually could prove a marketing boon to antioxidant-rich foods.
North Americans try to consume more fiber. In fact, 72% of the 1,000+ people surveyed in 2011’s International Food Information Council’s (IFIC) “Food and Health Survey” say so.
