Inulin: What Are the Top 50 Questions Asked About It
1. What is the chemical structure of inulin? It is a polysaccharide composed primarily of fructose units linked together by β-(2→1) glycosidic bonds, ending with a glucose unit. This structure classifies it as a type of fructan, providing its unique functional and nutritional properties. 2. How is inulin different from other dietary fibers? It is […]
FOS vs Inulin: Which Prebiotic Fiber works best for your applications
FOS & Inulin: An Overview Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) and Inulin are dietary fibers known for their prebiotic properties and health benefits. Both can be derived from Either Chicory Root or Sucrose using Enzymatic Hydrolysis, or enzymatic transfructosylation and are naturally occuring Carbohydrate polymers made of Fructose units. FOS is a short-chain, unbranched polymer made of 6-14 […]
