Minulin® is a prebiotic fiber derived from Inulin, a naturally occuring oligosaccharide from Jerusalem artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus L.) Both Jerusalem artichoke and chicory root are excellent source of inulin. In comparison, Jerusalem artichoke is relatively richer in minerals and vitamins as compared to chicory root.
Minulin® is using inulin syrup which standardized to 90% inulin content, extracted from plant Jerusalem artichoke under optimal extraction condition and strict quality control.
MINULIN® is one of the naturally-occurring soluble fiber, that categorized as a “prebiotic,” when inulin is being dissolved, it becomes food for the good bacteria (“probiotics”) in digestive system. Prebiotics help boost the activity of those beneficial bacteria, helping to improve digestion overall.
Prebiotic must meet the following requirement:
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