Table of Contents
What is Organic Inulin Powder?
Organic Inulin is a natural prebiotic fiber derived from organic plant sources, such as chicory root, Jerusalem artichoke or agave. Known for its mild sweetness and versatility, it serves as both a dietary fiber and a functional ingredient in various food, beverage, and health applications. Organic Inulin promotes digestive health, supports healthy gut flora, and aids in sugar and fat replacement in product formulations. Certified organic by USDA and EU standards, it is a clean-label ingredient suitable for health-conscious consumers.
Key Features:
- 100% Organic: Certified by USDA and EU, ensuring no synthetic chemicals, pesticides, or GMOs.
- High in Dietary Fiber: Contains up to 90% fiber content, promoting digestive health and regularity.
- Natural Prebiotic: Stimulates the growth of beneficial gut bacteria, enhancing gut microbiome health.
- Low-Calorie Sweetness: Provides mild, natural sweetness while contributing fewer calories than sugar.
- Clean Label: Plant-based, non-GMO, and free from allergens, additives, and preservatives.
- Versatile Functionality: Serves as a fat replacer, sugar substitute, and texturizer in various formulations.
- Low Glycemic Index: Ideal for diabetic-friendly and low-sugar diets.
Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
---|---|
Appearance | White to light brown powder |
Taste | Mildly sweet, neutral |
Solubility | Easily soluble in water |
Total Dietary Fiber | ≥ 85% |
Moisture | ≤ 6.0% |
Ash | ≤ 0.5% |
pH | 4.0 – 6.0 |
Stability | High stability |
Storage Conditions | Cool, dry place |
Heavy Metals | |
Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 0.01 mg/kg |
Lead (Pb) | ≤ 0.10 mg/kg |
Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 0.05 mg/kg |
Arsenic (As) | ≤ 0.03 mg/kg |
Chromium (Cr) | ≤ 0.30 mg/kg |
Copper (Cu) | ≤ 1.50 mg/kg |
Microbiological Information | |
Total Plate Count | ≤ 10,000 cfu/g |
Yeast | ≤ 200 cfu/g |
Mold | ≤ 200 cfu/g |
E. coli | Negative |
Salmonella | Negative |
Health Benefits:
- Supports Digestive Health: Inulin acts as a prebiotic, promoting the growth of beneficial gut bacteria like Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli, which improve digestion and immunity.
- Promotes Regularity: High fiber content aids in relieving constipation and maintaining bowel regularity.
- Helps Manage Weight: By enhancing satiety and reducing calorie intake, inulin supports weight management efforts.
- Regulates Blood Sugar: Its low glycemic index makes it suitable for individuals managing diabetes or blood sugar levels.
- Improves Bone Health: Enhances calcium and magnesium absorption, supporting bone density and health.
- Heart Health: May help lower cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Applications:
-
Food & Beverage:
- Bakery Products: Adds texture and fiber to bread, cakes, cookies, and pastries.
- Dairy Alternatives: Enhances creaminess and texture in yogurt, cheese, and plant-based milk.
- Snacks & Cereals: Boosts fiber content in granola bars, cereals, and snacks.
- Beverages: Used in functional drinks, smoothies, and juices for added prebiotic benefits.
- Confectionery: Acts as a sugar substitute in sugar-free candies and chocolates.
-
Nutritional Products:
- Dietary Supplements: Included in prebiotic and fiber supplements to promote gut health.
- Meal Replacements: Improves texture and nutritional profile in shakes and powders.
- Functional Foods: Blends well with superfoods for added health benefits.
-
Health & Wellness:
- Gut Health Formulations: Enhances probiotics’ efficacy when combined in gut health supplements.
- Weight Management: Supports calorie-controlled diets with its satiating properties.
Usage Guidelines:
- Recommended Dose: Add 2–10g per serving, depending on the application and desired fiber content.
- Solubility: Soluble in water, making it easy to incorporate into beverages and liquid-based products.
- Blending: Compatible with other ingredients like stevia, erythritol, or allulose for natural sugar reduction.
Quality Assurance:
Our Organic Inulin is derived from premium organic plant sources and processed under stringent quality control standards. Each batch is tested for purity, ensuring compliance with USDA and EU organic certification requirements. It is free from contaminants, synthetic additives, and allergens, delivering a clean, safe, and high-quality product.
Why Choose Our Organic Inulin?
Organic Inulin is a versatile and health-boosting ingredient that aligns with clean-label trends and consumer preferences for plant-based, functional foods. Whether enhancing fiber content, improving gut health, or replacing sugar and fat in formulations, our Organic Inulin is a natural solution for manufacturers and health-conscious consumers alike.