Galactooligosaccharides
GOS are used as a prebiotic.
They are found in nature in breast milk and some plants.
Source: lactose - a component of cow's milk.
Advantages of use in food production:
1. They have a reduced calorie content.
2. They have a clean taste profile.
3. They have a low glycemic index - suitable for dietary nutrition.
4. They are resistant to high temperatures and low pH.
5. They improve the general condition of the digestive system, stimulate the growth of beneficial microflora.
6. They improve the absorption of calcium, magnesium, phosphorus in the intestine.
7. They suppress pathogenic bacteria from producing beneficial substances (B vitamins, biotin, nicotinic and folic acid),
8. They reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels in the blood serum,
9. They exhibit anti-cancer activity.
Application in confectionery production:
Products
Advantages of use
Baby food
enriched with prebiotics
are a component of mixtures
Protein and energy bars
enriched with soluble dietary fiber
Diabetic nutrition products (DNP)
enriched with prebiotics
show resistance to temperature
Drinks
show resistance to acid and pasteurization
are an alternative sweetener
enriched with soluble dietary fiber (prebiotics)
Dietary supplements (chewable tablets, capsules, sachets)
used as a prebiotic