SternLife has launched 3 new fibre-rich prebiotic powder supplements which are ideal for product concepts targeting the gut health trend. The “Heart”, “Slimming” and “Fibre Plus” variants deliver the most important ingredients for a healthy gut by combining soluble and insoluble dietary fibres. They can be used to fortify foods as well as beverages.
“Heart” and “Slimming” contain special prebiotic dietary fibres for which health claims can be made, while “Fibre Plus” is a pre- and probiotic, as it not only includes prebiotic dietary fibres but also probiotic bacterial strains. Astrid Pomrehn, Product Developer at SternLife said, “Our new high-quality, powdered fibre supplements offer lots of possibilities for interesting applications and product positionings.”
Globally, there is a rising awareness among consumers on the role of dietary fibre for gut health and well-being. The immune system, in particular, benefits from a healthy intestine. Few people can gain access to fibre-rich food daily to keep their gut in good condition. Food and beverage manufacturers can bridge this nutritional gap with high-quality, functional products that are fortified with dietary fibres.
SternLife’s “Heart” prebiotic supplement supplies 34% of the recommended daily fibre intake. Prebiotics are indigestible food components that nourish the gut flora and help to shift the balance towards the “good” intestinal bacteria. As the supplement contains beta-glucans, thiamine and mango powder too, it enables manufacturers to target the heart health market. In addition, the patented mango fruit powder can have a positive impact on blood circulation in the capillaries.
SternLife’s ‘Slimming’ powder has an appealing mango-orange flavour, which is ready to use simply by mixing with water. It also has glucomannan, which triggers a feeling of satiety before meals and contributes to weight reduction as part of a low-calorie diet. Extracts of green tea and green coffee both give an extra boost to the metabolism. The supplement also has a prebiotic effect, and one portion supplies approximately 29% of the recommended daily fibre intake.
SternLife’s “Fibre Plus” is a high-fibre pre- and probiotic powder which has a neutral taste allowing it to be added to various foods, such as cereals and yogurt, as well as beverages. It contains probiotic Lactobacillus acidophilus bacteria, which promotes healthy gut flora, and its prebiotic dietary fibres supply 26% of the recommended daily intake. In addition, a patented plant extract from Perilla frutescens (Shiso) ensures that the dietary fibres are well-tolerated and thus contribute to good digestion and overall well-being.
SternLife GmbH & Co KG develops and manufactures functional foods and food supplements. The company’s portfolio ranges from powder preparations, functional bars and snacks to capsules and tablets. SternLife is a member of the privately-owned Stern-Wywiol Gruppe.
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