What is Agave Inulin?

Agave inulin is a soluble fiber defined as a prebiotic, which means that it is not digested by the enzymes in our digestive system and can arrive intact to the colon. In the colon, inulin ferments, having a bifidogenic effect. In other words, it stimulates the growth of beneficial bacteria, which makes the intestine an adverse environment for unwanted bacteria.

It is produced in liquid and powder form.

Used:
• As a dietary supplement

• As a fat substitute to produce other foods

• As an additional ingredient in the fabrication of food that turn them into functional foods.

Inulin is found in more than 36,000 species of plants around the world and, after starch, is one of the main carbohydrates present naturally. One of these species is agave.

Difference between Prebiotic and Probiotic

The PROBIOTICS are living microbes that can be ingested through dietary supplements or in foods that are strengthened with these. .

PREBIOTICS are soluble fibers that promote the growth of the beneficial bacteria (Probiotics) in the intestinal flora.