Targroch Inulin chicory root powder 250g

Inulin is a natural sugar substitute that is gaining more and more popularity among people looking for healthier sweetening alternatives. Inulin is a type of dietary fiber found in plants such as chicory, artichokes, onions and chicory root. It has a whitish color and a slightly sweet taste. Inulin is soluble in water and has the ability to form gel-like structures, which affects its sweetening properties, it is also a kind of thickener. Inulin is a natural sugar substitute with low calorific value, low glycemic index and prebiotic effect. It can be used as a healthier alternative to traditional sugar in a variety of foods and drinks.

Inulin is low in calories, meaning it provides fewer calories than traditional sugar. In addition, inulin has a low glycemic index, which means it has less effect on blood glucose levels. Therefore, it is more suitable for people with diabetes or who are trying to maintain a stable blood sugar level. Inulin acts as a prebiotic, meaning it acts as a nutrient medium for beneficial gut bacteria. It helps maintain a healthy intestinal microflora, which can benefit the digestive system and overall health. Inulin has the ability to sweeten, but does not provide significant amounts of calories. Thanks to this, it can be used as a natural sugar substitute in various dishes and drinks to reduce the amount of sugar consumed, inulin is often a component of sugar-free chocolates for diabetics, it lowers the calorific value and at the same time reduces the glycemic load of chocolate.

Inulin can also be used in the ketogenic diet, which is characterized by a low intake of carbohydrates and a high intake of fats.

• Increasing Fiber: The ketogenic diet often focuses on eating low in carbohydrates, which can lead to a dietary fiber deficiency. Inulin is a source of dietary fiber and can help to increase its intake in the ketogenic diet, supporting the health of the digestive system and maintaining proper intestinal motility.
• Blood sugar regulation: Although inulin is a carbohydrate, it has no significant effect on blood glucose levels and can be used in a ketogenic diet. Its low glycemic index means it doesn't cause a blood sugar spike, which is important in maintaining a state of ketosis.
• Taste and Texture Improvement: Inulin has a slight sweet flavor and creamy texture, which can be useful in a ketogenic diet where traditional sweeteners are often lacking. Adding inulin to drinks, yoghurts, muesli or desserts can help you achieve a subtle sweetness without having to reach for other sweeteners or sugars.
• Maintaining a healthy gut microflora: Inulin acts as a prebiotic and may support the growth of beneficial gut bacteria. In a ketogenic diet, which is often high in fat and restricts some fiber intake, inulin can help maintain a healthy balance of gut microflora.

However, it is worth remembering that inulin is a carbohydrate and may have a minimal effect on ketone levels. Therefore, it is important to include its consumption in the overall balance of macronutrients and adjust the dosage to your individual needs in the ketogenic diet.

In its natural state, inulin is found in the roots or tubers of some plants. It is a polysaccharide consisting of several dozen fructose molecules connected in unbranched chains. It is resistant to the digestive enzymes of the human digestive system, both those found in saliva and in further sections of the digestive tract.

The inability to digest inulin means that it is not absorbed in the small intestine and reaches the large intestine unchanged, where it can be hydrolyzed by the intestinal bacteria living there. Inulin meets five basic criteria to play the role of dietary fiber in the body:

• origin from edible parts of plants,
• the compound belongs chemically to carbohydrates,
• resistance to mammalian digestive enzymes,
• lack of absorption in the small intestine,
• hydrolysis or fermentation by bacteria in the large intestine.