Comprehensive guide to inulin : applications in health, nutrition and consumer products /

Comprehensive Guide to Inulin: Applications in Health, Nutrition and Consumer Products delves into the versatile functions of inulin, a prebiotic soluble fiber gaining recognition for its health benefits. Drawing on the latest research, this book outlines how inulin supports improved dietary habits,...

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Corporate Author: ScienceDirect (Online service)
Other Authors: Akram, Wasim (Editor), Garud, Navneet (Editor), Sarkar, Tanmay (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: London, United Kingdom : Academic Press, [2025]
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Summary:Comprehensive Guide to Inulin: Applications in Health, Nutrition and Consumer Products delves into the versatile functions of inulin, a prebiotic soluble fiber gaining recognition for its health benefits. Drawing on the latest research, this book outlines how inulin supports improved dietary habits, advances therapeutic approaches, and encourages sustainable ingredient choices for food and pharmaceutical industries. With insights from leading experts presented across 18 chapters, readers discover the comparative advantages of inulin over other soluble fibers, its emerging role in disease management, and its potential to shape personalized nutrition strategies. Beyond gut health, the guide highlights inulin's influence on mental wellness and behavioral health, underscoring its holistic value in modern nutrition. Real-world case studies demonstrate inulin's integration into functional foods, nutraceuticals, and pharmaceutical innovations, equipping both food science and medical professionals with practical applications. The book ultimately presents inulin as a pivotal ingredient, bridging scientific research with consumer product development and disease prevention.
Physical Description:1 online resource.