Wellness Foods + Supplements 1/2022

Dietary fibres and overall well-being
Low FODMAP diet-compatible
Sunfiber ® is suitable for people who follow a low FODMAP diet, as
well as for patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The term
FODMAP stands for fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides,
monosaccharides and polyols. These are poorly digestible shortchain
carbohydrates such as lactose, fructose, sugar alcohols such
as sorbitol, and many other indigestible carbohydrates found in
fruits and vegetables. FODMAP components are fermented by the
intestinal flora. This process is thought to trigger gastrointestinal
symptoms such as bloating, diarrhoea, constipation and cramps
in sensitive people. A clinical study published in 2010 reported the
positive effect of a low FODMAP diet on the symptoms of conditions
such as IBS. 7 A diet low in FODMAP compounds such as fibre is
therefore often recommended for patients with digestive disorders.
However, avoiding fibre compromises the foundation for good gut
health. For these people, Sunfiber ® can bridge the nutritional gap
by providing a soluble and prebiotic fibre that is compatible with a
low FODMAP diet.
Naturally certified
Taiyo’s focus is on natural ingredients with added health value. Over
the years, the company has established itself as a leading manufacturer
of functional ingredients for the food and pharmaceutical industries.
Naturalness plays a central part in this: Sunfiber ® is made from
partially hydrolysed Indian guar gum (PHGG). The galactomannan
fibre is colourless, odourless and tasteless, and is suitable for a variety
of applications. It can be easily incorporated into existing recipes and
is suitable for use in a wide range of foods and beverages, including
bakery, dairy and confectionery, as well as meat and savoury products.
Other potential applications include dietary supplements and
instant or ready-to-drink beverages. The non-viscous guar bean fibre
does not change the consistency or flavour of the products to which
it is added.
As the fibre is 100 per cent soluble, it dissolves completely in water
and other hot and cold beverages, including smoothies. It has been
used as a dietary supplement in clinical and enteral nutrition for
several years, and is available in different qualities, depending on the
desired application and requirement. Sunfiber ® is also pH, heat and
thaw stable.
It meets the dietary fibre definition of the FDA
(US Food and Drug Administration), and a
food or beverage product can be labelled
as high-fibre if it contains at least 6 g of the
ingredient per 100 g or at least 3 g per 100
kcal. Taiyo also places the highest demands
on the entire supply chain, with all seeds
used being chemically untreated and GMOfree.
Furthermore, no preservatives are used
or added during processing. Sunfiber ® is ISO
certified for its natural production process,
as well as kosher and halal certified, and is
suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.
References
1
Andrei, Mihai: WHO report: You should eat 25g of fiber every
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2
K. M. Neufeld, et al.: Reduced Anxiety-like Behavior and
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3
Diet and Cancer Report downloads: WCRF International,
15.03.2022, https://www.wcrf.org/dietandcancer/
resources-and-toolkits/ (accessed on 16.03.2022).
4
H. Hara, et al. Increases in Calcium Absorption with
Ingestion of Soluble Dietary Fibre, Guar-Gum Hydrolysate,
Depend on the Caecum in Partially Nephrectomised and
Normal Rats. British Journal of Nutrition 76, 773–784
(1996).
5
M.P. Kapoor, et al. Soluble Dietary Fibre Partially Hydrolysed
Guar Gum Markedly Impacts on Postprandial Hyperglycaemia,
Hyperlipidaemia and Incretins Metabolic
Hormones Over Time in Healthy and Glucose Intolerant
Subjects. Journal of Functional Foods 24, 207–220 (2016).
6
Confirmed by the Bureau of Nutritional Sciences, Food
Directorate, Health Canada, Ottawa 25. April 2013.
7
P.R. Gibson and S.J. Shepherd. Evidence-Based Dietary
Management of Functional Gastrointestinal Symptoms:
The FODMAP Approach. J. Gastroenterology. Hepatic. 25(2),
252–258 (2010).
For more information, please contact
Dr Stefan Siebrecht
Managing Director at Taiyo GmbH
s.siebrecht@taiyogmbh.com
www.taiyogmbh.com
14 No. 1 April/May 2022