Inulin, a polyfructan, occurs as a
reserve carbohydrate in many plant families, representing more than 30,000
species. It is a potent substrate both for the production of inulinases and
fructooligosaccharides.
Inulin is a specific type of
dietary fibre that is naturally found in hundreds of common foods such as
leeks, asparagus, onions, garlic, bananas, wheat, rye and chicory root.
Inulin
has excellent nutritional and functional characteristics and can be used to
replace fat, flour and sugar.
Inulin may offer more health benefits than other
fibres.
Health benefits of inulin-
Inulin is part of a chain of bacteria that keeps your gut
healthy and alleviates digestive problems.
Inulin helps digestion, prevents constipation, and keeps you
regular.
Because inulin is not digested, it does not affect glucose
levels. This makes it an appropriate food for diabetics.
Inulin may boost calcium absorption.
