BENEO-Institute – knowledge to connect nutrition and health.
Consumers’ health consciousness and expectations towards today’s food are continuously rising. Health professionals need to be in a position to give guidance to both consumers and food manufacturers. The BENEO-Institute offers access on the physiology and the latest nutrition science as well as on legislative aspects related to BENEO ingredients. With this expertise BENEO supports health professionals and food and drink manufacturers in innovations that are substantiated with nutritional science.
The BENEO-Institute’s work includes:
• Nutritional research and peer-reviewed articles
• Position papers on nutritional and regulatory topics
• International research conferences and workshops
• Consultancy with respect to regulations and nutrition communication
• Support and advice in product composition
• Participation in joint/collaborative research projects
We focus on the global megatrends in nutrition science and food:
• Gut microbiota benefits with prebiotics
• Digestive health and its positive effects on overall health
• Weight management
• Blood sugar management and low glycaemic concepts
• Calcium absorption improvement and bone density
• Dental health
• Healthy nutrition during pregnancy, infancy and childhood
The latest BENEO-Institute news.
Improved digestive and immune health in children thanks to chicory root fibers.
A recent scientific study by Professor Tamás Decsi and Szminoetta Lohner at the Department of Paediatrics, University of Pécs, Hungary, has shown important health benefits in kindergarten children aged 3 …
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Visit us at FNCE®, 20-23 October 2018, Washington DC
Get new insights on the benefits of chicory root fibre ranging from the prebiotic effect to overall well-being as well as Palatinose™ – the unique slow-release carbohydrate. This year, our …
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Scientific study shows better performance in athletes with Palatinose™.
A scientific study by Professor Daniel König and his team has shown that with a pre-load of Palatinose™ endurance athletes maintained a more stable blood glucose profile and higher fat oxidation.
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BENEO’s chicory root fibers qualify for FDA’s “Approved Dietary Fibers” list.
BENEO’s Inulin & Oligofructose from chicory root are now officially on the list of approved dietary fibers published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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Related webinar.
Sugar Reduction and Sweeteners Online Summit 2017.
Expert webinar on sugar replacement. Register for an in-depth look at ingredient quality and claims.
Related video.
Metabolic benefits of prebiotic fibre intake.
Prof. Raylene Reimer from Canada speaks about the lowering of blood glucose levels by prebiotic chicory root fibres.
Information for health professionals.
Improved metabolism and health with Palatinose™.
Palatinose™ – a unique slow-release carbohydrate for sustained energy, lower blood glucose and insulin response and a higher level of fat burning.
Chicory root fibre, healthy gut microbiota and more.
The prebiotic concept with Orafti® fibres (inulin, oligofructose/FOS): – A healthy gut flora and the physiological benefits.
Palatinose™-The carbohydrate with unique properties!
Palatinose™ – the slow release carbohydrate for improved metabolism and health.
Important publications – chicory root fibres.
Physiological benefits – prebiotic chicory root fibres – important references for the scientific background!
Prebiotics and low glycaemic Palatinose™ in infant nutrition.
Getting closer to the physiological effects of breast milk with plant-based prebiotics and fully available low glycaemic Palatinose™.
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Dietary fibres Q&A: digestion, digestive tolerance and more.
Frequently asked questions related to dietary fibres in general and to some specific dietary fibres, such as chicory root fibre, for a quick orientation.
Chicory root fibre and digestive health.
Find out more about the physiological benefits associated with chicory root fiber – from the prebiotic effect to weight management and more.
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Associations and organizations
- Nutritionists in Spain – La Fundación Española de Dietistas-Nutricionistas
- Nutrition Society of Malaysia
- Toothfriendly International
- Aktion Zahnfreundlich Deutschland
- Aktion Zahnfreundlich Schweiz
- International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics – a nonprofit scientific organization dedicated to advancing the science of probiotics and prebiotics
