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.
Shaping health trends:
- 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
Trending globally:
- Gut microbiota benefits with prebiotics
- Functional ingredients to age well
- 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
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Nutrition
Knowledgeable and active in nutrional trends
Our in-depth knowledge of nutrition is one important part of what we offer to our customers and partners. With this we continue supporting product innovation based on scientific evidence to facilitate the launch of new products. We are interested in exchange, aiming to inspire partners and be inspired to help increase the knowledge of how important healthy nutrition is and how good it can taste.
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Legislation
Experienced in regulatory frameworks worldwide
IThe food and feed industry is continuously seeing a number of legislative changes. Ongoing communication with authorities, opinion leaders, industry associations and our network of specialists allows us to closely monitor and comment on the regulatory framework – both on a national and international level. This knowledge will not only help in complying with legislation, it is also of great value when tapping into new markets.
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BENEO-Institute insights – Dive in
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Prebiotics and the gut microbiome – Gut talk with Dr. Raylene Reimer
In her interview with Today’s Dietitian Dr. Raylene Reimer, University of Calgary, candidly shares her experience with mind-blowing research on prebiotics and chronic disease. She also clarifies misconceptions on the use of ‘biotics’ terms and is very straight that the only proven prebiotics are inulin, fructooligosaccharides (FOS), and galactooligosaccharides (GOS). Additionally, she is sharing some tips on how to take care of your gut microbiome for overall health.
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Prebiotics and the gut microbiome – Presented by Dr. Raylene Reimer
Don’t miss this long-awaited recording, presented during Today’s Dietitian Spring Symposium 2023. Raylene’s focus is the importance of gut microbiota for health at all ages, illustrated with examples of scientific research related to natural ingredients such as prebiotic fibres from chicory root which can modify the gut microbiota, to improve digestive health with outreach even to the management of chronic diseases, such as obesity and osteoarthritis, among others.
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Prebiotics: Harnessing the power of the gut microbiome
Dr. Hannah Holscher, University of Illinois, spoke at Today’s Dietitian Symposium 2022 on prebiotics, the gut microbiome and how they can influence protective functions, vital to human health. Prebiotics have a positive effect on the intestinal microbiome to improve digestive health, support weight management, glycaemic control and bone health. This guide to proven prebiotics also identifies ways of increasing prebiotic fibre consumption in the diet to support health.
Interested in learning more?
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Healthy ageing is more than eating well and staying active
Improving dietary quality and promoting physical activity are vital to improve the health span of older adults, but what does research show about the use of BENEO’s functional ingredients, such as isomaltulose and chicory root fibres to help lower disease risk and improve health outcomes? Time to talk about it – the United Nations “Health Ageing Decade” has already begun. Listen in to Chris Rosenbloom as she takes us through taking small steps toward healthier aging.
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Update on metabolic improvement with Palatinose™
Dr. Sangeetha, Human Nutrition Unit, Rovira i Virgili University, Spain, gave a scientific update on “Metabolic improvement aspects with Palatinose™ (isomaltulose) at the at the 38th Conference of the Nutrition Society of Malaysia, 4.-5. July 2023. This outstanding presentation even included results of her own research on the low glycaemic response of Palatinose™ as a sugar substitute in the diet of Malaysian adults.
Essential guidance for health professionals
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Important publications – Chicory root fibres
Physiological benefits – prebiotic chicory root fibres – important references for the scientific background!
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Uniqueness of Inulin and Oligofructose from the chicory root
12 reasons why their scientific uniqueness translates into an improved diet for the consumer.
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Microbiota support with prebiotic chicory root fibres
Microorganisms in our gut are important for health and well-being.
The prebiotic concept and terminology explained.
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Prebiotics – Natural support for good bacteria
How are prebiotics defined in the scientific world? What are proven prebiotics and what are potential candidates?
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Chicory root fibre and health
How can the large intestine influence health?
Prebiotic chicory root fibres, gut microbiome and the cross- talk with the human organism.
Keen to discover more?
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Isomaltulose – A unique combination of physiological properties
Discover Isomaltulose: A Fully Digestible, Slow-Release Carbohydrate Providing Diverse Health Benefits for Energy Management, Enhanced Performance, and Long-Term Wellness.
Latest webinars!
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Chicory root fibre (Inulin & Oligofructose) and digestive health
Discover the Health Benefits of Chicory Root Fiber: Prebiotic Effects, Weight Management, Infant Nutrition, Enhanced Calcium Absorption, and Beyond.
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