Prebiotics and the healthy flora concept

DATE: 16 September 2014

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The metabolic and health benefits of prebiotics are linked to today’s key diet-related challenges and could be a tool for consumers to achieve a more healthy status over time. Where most of the physiological health effects in this paper are already well established, others will be reinforced by ongoing research: Digestive Health - Bone Health – Weight Management.

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Beneo GmbH
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fat replacers; fibers; nutraceutical and functional food ingredients; rice and rice products; starch and starch products; sweeteners (non-sugar); vegetable products - dry; wheat and wheat products

Beneo offers naturally-sourced, functional ingredients derived from the chicory root, sugar beet, rice, and wheat, adding nutritional, technical and health benefits.

Our portfolio offers an opportunity to create all-natural, non-GMO or organic products that are non-cariogenic, gluten and lactose-free, fiber-enriched, fat and sugar reduced, easily digested, energy sustaining and calorie smart, as well as supportive of fat oxidation – all without compromising taste, texture or mouthfeel. Our ingredients can be used in applications like dairy, confectionery, bakery, cereals, soups & sauces, meat & vegetables, baby food, and beverages.

Formed by a merger of the companies Orafti, Palatinit and Remy in 2007, Beneo is a 100 percent subsidiary of the Südzucker Group and has over 100 years experience with functional ingredients.

Through a unique chain of expertise, including Beneo-Institute and Beneo-Technology Center, the company supports customers throughout the entire product development process: ranging from new product ideas and concept development based on consumer insights and market research to nutritional science by providing regulatory advice and facilitating the formulation of successful products.

Functional fibres: Orafti^® inulin and oligofructose are prebiotic fibers extracted from the chicory root. These fibers do not only promote optimal intestinal functioning but also act as prebiotics that promotes the growth of ‘good’ bacteria (Inulin: EFSA claim on prebiotic wellbeing available). Both ingredients allow for an EFSA claim on blood sugar management as they support a lower rise in blood glucose levels and a lower insulin response.

Functional carbohydrates: Palatinose^™ or isomaltulose is a low-glycaemic and fully-digestible carbohydrate derived from the chicory root. What is special in comparison to other carbohydrates is that it releases its full carbohydrate energy (4kcal/g) more slowly and in a more balanced way (EFSA claim available). It improves fat oxidation during physical activity, leading to a sustained energy supply. Being acid stable, the food maintains its osmolality – an advantage, especially in sports beverages. In addition, it is a non-cariogenic ingredient.

Functional protein: Beneo’s Vital Wheat Gluten is a source of essential amino acids which the body cannot produce itself. Apart from their nutritious benefits, they improve the taste and texture of bakery goods, ready-to-eat meals, meat-based products, etc. Consequently, the sustainable sources of BeneoPro VWG have been allocated the IFS label, an acknowledged reference for high-quality ingredients.

Specialty rice ingredients: Beneo’s natural and organic rice ingredients include flours, starches, bran, syrups, proteins and concentrates. They help you respond to the growing demand for clean label, organic, gluten-free and hypoallergenic products. In addition, they improve mouthfeel, texture, crispness, crunchiness, shelf-life, and color of products.

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12 Dec 2023 --- Following the acquisition of Netherlands-based Meatless last year, Beneo launched two new alt-beef products at Food Ingredients Europe 2023 — Meatless “Beef” Bites and Minced “Meat.” Niels Hower, executive board member at Beneo, shares how the latest innovation using mycoprotein and pea can address consumer demand for clean labels.

02 Nov 2023 --- At the recent CPhI trade fair in Barcelona, Spain, Beneo exhibited its GalenIQ water-soluble filler binder that delivers a sweet taste. Derived from sugar beets, the ingredient can be used as a filler binder to make tablets in nutraceutical applications. The ingredient’s compression characteristics make it suitable for transforming plant extracts, minerals and probiotics into tablets, while mitigating off-notes in the finished taste profile.

17 Dec 2021 --- Beneo is seeing recovery of its isomalt ingredient – used widely in sugar-reduced hard candy – as consumers resume travel and on-the-go impulse purchases. Dominic Speleers, an executive board member, also details how the company has developed a surcharge index to fairly share the tenfold increase in shipping costs that has occurred between Europe and Asia.

27 Nov 2020 --- Beneo has launched its first-ever instant functional rice starch for sauces, dressings and fillings. Remypure S52 P is a precooked functional native rice starch that can help manufacturers produce clean label food preparations. Benoit Tavernier, product manager for specialty rice ingredients, shares some insights with FoodIngredientsFirst on the launch and evolving consumer demands for natural and clean ingredients.

05 Mar 2019 --- Beneo has inaugurated its new Belgium-based BioWanze plant for texturized wheat protein (TWP), in cooperation with fellow Südzucker Group subsidiary CropEnergies. The move follows an investment of €4.3 million. BioWanze is a daughter company of CropEnergies and is the largest producer of bio-ethanol in Belgium. When running at full capacity, the plant will be capable of producing enough TWP to create 1 million vegetarian burger patties per day.