IMOs are used as a low-calorie sugar substitute and sweetener, and also serve as a prebiotic and soluble dietary fiber. They are found in nature in various fruits and vegetables, in chicory leaves and in roasted malt. Source: starch. Benefits of using in food production: 1. They have a reduced calorie content: contains 2 kcal per 100 g (sucrose - 4 kcal per 100 g). 2. They have a pleasant sweet taste (60% of the sweetness of sucrose). 3. They have a low glycemic index - suitable for dietary nutrition. GI = 31-41. 4. Do not cause caries. 5. They improve the general condition of the digestive system, promote the growth of beneficial microflora. 6. Retain moisture, dissolve well. 7. Combined with other sugar substitutes to enrich the product with dietary fiber. 8. Characterized by thermal stability and resistance to a wide range of pH (from 2.0 to 9.0). 9. May have a laxative effect. Well tolerated by the body. Application in confectionery production: Products Advantages of use Cookies, biscuits, muffins, including protein enriched with soluble dietary fiber (prebiotics) do not lose properties when heated Marshmallows, pastilles enriched with soluble dietary fiber (prebiotics) retain moisture, prolong freshness Protein and energy bars enriched with soluble dietary fiber (prebiotics) Drinks, smoothies enriched with soluble dietary fiber (prebiotics) Ice cream reduce sugar content enriched with soluble dietary fiber (prebiotics) Sauces enriched with soluble dietary fiber (prebiotics) Dietary supplements (chewable tablets, capsules, sachets) used as a prebiotic