Does your company know fiber is an important ally to reduce sugar in food? In fact, this matter has been gaining more and more attention due to the increasing concern of consumers to maintain a healthy diet and the determinations of the Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (Anvisa).

When it comes to maintaining a balanced and healthy diet, it is important to consider proper fiber intake to help control blood sugar levels and promote overall health.

And, since food manufacturers know that reducing sugar compromises the texture of products, it is important to find effective and healthy solutions to keep items appealing to the palate and the health of consumers.

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Fibers: Strong Allies to Reduce Sugar in Food

Fibers can be found in many types of food, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and seeds.

These inputs have a unique structure that our body cannot fully digest, meaning they pass through the digestive system without being completely absorbed. This process helps slow digestion.

There are two types of fibers: soluble and insoluble. Soluble fibers can dissolve in water, forming a gel that stays longer in the stomach and intestine.

Thus, they promote a greater feeling of satiety and regulate sugar and cholesterol levels.

Moreover, soluble fibers are fermented by the bacteria present in the gut microbiota, which helps decrease inflammation and prevent gastrointestinal disease.

Insoluble fibers, on the other hand, do not dissolve in water and are not completely metabolized by the gut microbiota. However, when they reach the intestine, they increase the volume of the stool and stimulate intestinal transit, helping to combat constipation.

By consuming food rich in fibers, it is possible to reduce the rapid absorption of sugar, avoiding spikes in blood glucose. In addition, fibers also promote a feeling of satiety, which helps control appetite and reduce the urge to consume sweet food.

Therefore, including fibers in the diet daily is an effective strategy to reduce sugar in food and promote a healthier diet.

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Food Industry Bets on Fibers to Reduce the Amount of Sugar in Food

The food industry has increasingly invested in fibers as an effective strategy to reduce sugar in food.

By reducing the amount of sugar present in products, the industry contributes to promoting a healthier diet and preventing chronic diseases such as diabetes, obesity, and hypertension.

This initiative is also in line with the agreements signed between the Ministry of Health and the Brazilian food industry, which aim to reduce certain ingredients in food products.

 

Replace Sugar in Food and Beverages with Frootiva ® Co’s Supplies

Frootiva® Co offers a wide variety of dehydrated fruits and a solution of soluble fibers that can be used in the production process to reduce sugar in food products.

Manufacturers can use them in the manufacture of beverages, cereal bars, cakes, bread, and many other products, making them healthier for consumers.

Both soluble fibers and dehydrated fruits marketed by Frootiva® Co are inputs that meet Anvisa’s requirements for food with lower added sugar content.

The company operates in the production, development, commercialization, and export of natural ingredients made from plants and fruits present in Brazil. Frootiva® Co’s product lines are also comprised of dry extracts and dehydrated vegetable powders.

To learn more about all dehydrated fruit powders, in addition to other products created and marketed by Frootiva® Co, contact us by phone at 55 11 4765-0732 or fill out the form.