FOSLIFE®

Prebiotic Sweet Soluble Fiber

"Healthy" Sugar Reduction and Fiber Enrichment

FOSLIFE®, a short-chain fructo-oligosaccharide (scFOS), is a liquid fiber produced from cane sugar (sucrose) using a proprietary enzymatic process.

FOSLIFE® is a healthy way to create lower-sugar foods and beverages with the added benefit of dietary fiber. FOSLIFE® has a sweetness value of 70% that of sugar with no aftertaste.

FOSLIFE® oligofructose or fructo-oligosaccharide (FOS) serves as an excellent low-calorie sugar option suitable for various low calorie or lower energy dense food products.

FOSLIFE® is a 100% soluble, low glycemic index (GI), and low-calorie dietary fiber. As a prebiotic dietary fiber, FOSLIFE® selectively stimulates beneficial microflora in the gut, improving digestive health and enhancing the overall nutritional profile of food and beverage products.

Health-conscious consumers can enjoy these products as a guilt-free indulgence.

short-chain fructooligosaccharide fiber
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What are Fructo-Oligosaccharides?
Short-Chain Vs. Long-Chain
Nutritional Benefits
Functional Benefits
Prebiotic Benefits
Studies

Features

  • Clean Label
  • Natural / Non-GMO
  • Liquid Fructo-oligosaccharides
  • Clean Mild Sweet Taste
  • Rapid Onset of Sweetness
  • No Lingering, No After-Taste
  • Allergen-Free
  • Highly Soluble
  • Temperature Stable
  • Kosher and Halal Certified

Benefits

  • Easy-To-Use
  • Helps Reduce Sugar Content
  • Low Calorie and Low Glycemic Index
  • Improves Digestive and Immune Health
  • Easy Way to Add Dietary Fiber and Improve the Nutritional Profile

Applications

  • Bakery
  • Cereal
  • Snacks and nutrition bars
  • Nutraceuticals
  • Dairy and non-dairy
  • Beverages and juices
  • Desserts and confectionery

Labeling

  • Fructo-oligosaccharides
  • Short-chain Fructo-oligosaccharides
  • Oligofructose

More labeling options: scFOS, FOS, fructan, short-chain fructan, short-chain fructan fiber, cane sugar/sugar-derived fructan

"Healthy" Sugar Reduction with FOSLIFE®

A growing number of consumers (72%) are looking to limit or avoid sugar altogether, according to the International Food Information Council's 2023 Food and Health Survey. Surveys show that sugar has surpassed calories and fat as the primary dietary concern for consumers shopping for healthy foods.

As our eating habits and lifestyles evolve, diet-related diseases like obesity, impaired glucose tolerance, and diabetes have become significant health challenges. Recognizing this, the World Health Organization (WHO) now advocates reducing sugar consumption to less than 10% of total energy intake and ideally less than 5% for improved health.

Sugar plays an important role in food formulations, enhancing taste, color, sweetness, and flavor while providing a bulking effect that impacts mouthfeel and texture. However, due to changing consumer opinions, manufacturers are seeking ways to meet the demand for low-sugar and reduced-sugar products without compromising taste and quality.

FOSLIFE® liquid fiber is a versatile solution for sugar reduction. It is highly soluble and has functional properties similar to sugar, improving taste, texture, and mouthfeel. Its texture and bulking properties make it valuable in low-fat and reduced-calorie products, maintaining desirable mouthfeel and texture.

FOSLIFE® prebiotic fiber can be used in a wide range of food and beverage products, including bakery items, beverages, yogurts, cereals, nutrition bars, and dietary supplements, without compromising taste and texture.

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By reducing sugar content and substituting it with soluble prebiotic fiber, like FOSLIFE®, short-chain oligosaccharides, manufacturers can create food and beverage products that are both indulgent and healthier, with a reduced impact on blood glucose levels. This presents a significant opportunity for innovation and growth in the industry.

FOSLIFE® Offers Health Benefits and Gut Support

FOSLIFE® is a prebiotic fiber that is not hydrolyzed by the human digestive enzymes and reaches the colon undigested, where it undergoes fermentation. FOSLIFE® soluble fiber encourages the growth of beneficial bacteria, such as bifidobacteria, in the colon, which in turn discourages the growth of potentially harmful microorganisms. Incorporating prebiotic fiber, like FOSLIFE®, into the food can help support a diverse and thriving gut microbiome, leading to improved health and wellness.

A healthy gut microbiome has been linked to numerous health benefits, including improved digestion, better nutrient absorption, and a stronger immune system.

Digestive Support

Supports Low Caloric and Low Glycemic Diet

FOSLIFE® has a low glycemic index, meaning it is digested and absorbed slowly, causing a slower and smaller rise in blood glucose levels. This makes it ideal for use in low-calorie diets, sweets, and weight-loss foods.

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