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Zusatztext “ A worthwhile but of course very subject-specialized book, which should appeal to readers from a variety of disciplines including health upkeep, dieting, carbohydrate technology, food chemistry, and plant materials” — Carbohydrate Polymers, 63 (2006) 561-570 Informationen zum Autor Roberfroid\! Marcel Klappentext Inulin and oligofructose are naturally occurring carbohydrates that have a variety of uses as functional food ingredients. These carbohydrates act as dietary fiber in the digestive system. In addition, inulin and oligofructose are prebiotics that selectively stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria in the intestines. They also have applications as a sugar substitute and fat replacer. Written by one of the leading researchers in this field, this monograph thoroughly describes these important natural food ingredients. Of particular interest is the relationship of inulin and oligofructose to lipid metabolism, carcinogenesis, mineral absorption, and the immune system. Zusammenfassung A monograph that describes inulin and oligofructose as functional ingredients, highlighting their relationship to lipid metabolism, carcinogenesis, mineral absorption, and the immune system and how they are used in food products. It presents data showing their behavior as resistant carbohydrates and prebiotics. Inhaltsverzeichnis Functional Foods & Claims: Concepts, Strategy of Development, Requirements for the Scientific Substantiation of Claims and Communication to Consumers. The Gastrointestinal System: A Major Target for Functional Foods. Inulin: A Fructan. The Digestive Functions: Inulin-Type Fructans as Non-Digestible Oligosaccharides. The Digestive Functions: Inulin-Type Fructans as Fermentable Carbohydrates. The Digestive Functions: Inulin and Oligofructose as Dietary Fiber. Inulin and Oligofructose as Low Calorie Carbohydrates. Inulin-Type Fructans and the Gastrointestinal Functions: Conclusions and Perspectives. Inulin-Type Fructans and the Modulation of the Intestinal Microflora: The Prebiotic Effects. Inulin-Type Fructans and the Intestinal Absorption of Minerals. Inulin-Type Fructans and the Homeostasis of Lipids. Inulin-Type Fructans and the Defense Functions of the Body. General Discussion, Perspectives, and Conclusions....
