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More than 120 published studies have demonstrated that Hi-maize[r] 5-in-1 Fiber delivers five health benefits in one easy-to-use ingredient.

ORAFTI offers ground-breaking nutritional and functional properties with the soluble, all-natural fiber RAFTILINE[r] (inulin), RAFTILOSE[r] (oligofructose) and Synergy 1.

There are over 50 clinical studies published on Chr. Hansen's LA-5[r] Lactobacillus acidophilus, BB-12[r] Bifidobacterium and L. casei 431[r], reporting enhanced intestinal well-being and immunity.

A new soluble rice protein is available. It allows formulators greater flexibility in fortifying foods such as bars, extruded products, baked goods, meal replacement systems and nutritional supplements.

Biodar, a member of LycoRed Group, specializes in providing innovative solutions of microencapsulated vitamins, minerals and alginate beadlets for the nutritional supplement and functional food markets.

Nutraceutical companies respond to CVD with products that control cholesterol levels, increase fiber intake and contain omega-3s, phytosterols, garlic and other beneficial ingredients.

Arteriosclerosis is triggered by the constriction of blood vessels caused when plaque forms as a result of a high blood cholesterol level.

Consumers’ attitudes toward food and nutritional products have greatly changed over the last century.

From mom’s ringing endorsement to the FDA’s first food-specific health claim, oats are well established as an important component to a healthful diet. In fact, beta-glucan, the active ingredient in oat soluble fiber, has been shown to provide significant heart-health benefits, such as lower cholesterol levels and reduced hypertension.

Lactobacilli and bifidobacteria are both beneficial microflora naturally present in the intestinal tract, and studies show they promote enhanced gut function and stability, improve protection against infection and cancers, reduce blood cholesterol, enhance immune response and more.