What are the sources of raw materials for inulin rich in dietary fiber?

Chicory (Cichorium intybus) is a shrubby perennial herb with small blue or lavender-colored flowers that need protection from light to germinate.

Chicory is rich in protein, dietary fiber, and vitamins. When it comes to chicory, you have to say inulin.

Inulin powder is a kind of water-soluble dietary fiber, which is found in many plants, such as onion, garlic, etc. There are two kinds of plant roots with particularly high content, one is Jerusalem artichoke and the other is chicory. These two plants are the main raw material sources of inulin. Chicory is used abroad, and Jerusalem artichoke is used in China. The content of inulin in Jerusalem artichoke extract is 15%-20%.

The processing and extraction process of inulin is a physical process with high safety. Inulin powder benefits: as a dietary fiber, it can improve constipation, increase intestinal probiotics, promote calcium absorption, increase satiety, and improve type 1 diabetes, etc.

Who should take inulin supplements?

1. People with diarrhea and chronic enteritis

2. People with chronic constipation

3. People with hyperlipidemia and hypertension

4. People with high blood sugar and diabetes

5. People with imbalanced intestinal flora