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How To Use Acacia Gum In Health and Nutrition Applications<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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For decades, gum acacia has been widely used by the food and the beverage industry for its functional properties. Currently its nutritional and health benefits<\/strong> are also much sought after, notably for digestive health<\/strong> product applications within it plays many roles: Enrichment in soluble dietary fibers, Improvement of digestive comfort, Source of prebiotic fiber<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Acacia Gum: A Clean-label Ingredient for Health<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Acacia gum<\/strong> (also known as gum arabic<\/strong>) comes from the sap of acacia trees. Gum acacia<\/strong> is a natural water-soluble hydrocolloid, a polysaccharide, belonging to the complex arabinogalactan family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sustainably sourced, all-natural acacia gum<\/strong> is suitable for vegans<\/strong> and vegetarians, and is available in organic,<\/strong> FODMAP-friendly and Non-GMO Project Verified grades, as well as gluten-free and low in calories. This means it can be included on \u2018clean-label<\/strong>\u2019 packaging that appeals to a flourishing worldwide market of conscientious shoppers. Acacia possesses many nutritional and health benefits, notably providing support for overall gut health and enhanced well-being. <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Acacia Gum: Nutritional Advantages and Health Benefits<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Acacia Is An Excellent Source Of Dietary Fiber<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Acacia provides an excellent source of fiber<\/a><\/strong>* with multiple benefits. Because it has a high soluble fiber content [90% minimum guaranteed], it\u2019s a versatile ingredient that can enrich the nutritional profile of food and beverages<\/strong> and is used in dietary supplements<\/strong> to support digestive health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The advantages of a diet rich in fiber<\/strong> are crucial to the digestive process, by shortening the time food passes through the intestinal tract, increasing bulk and stool production, and preventing constipation. Fiber increases the sensation of satiety, reducing calorie intake<\/strong>, which may help with weight management. Soluble dietary fibers may enable additional benefits including colonic fermentation stimulation and reduction of cholesterolemia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Acacia Fiber Has A Strong Demonstrated Prebiotic Properties<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With millions of people suffering from some kind of gut problem, the digestive health <\/a>category is a fast growing market around the world. Some of these health conditions may be linked to an imbalance of friendly microorganisms (gut flora<\/strong>) that live in the digestive system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Acacia fiber is an excellent prebiotic<\/a><\/strong> that ferments in the intestines. It has been shown to increase the intestinal population of Bifidobacteria<\/em> and Bacteroidetes<\/em>, known to be commensal healthy bacteria, and more specifically the anti-inflammatory bacterium, Faecalibacterium<\/em> prausnitzii<\/em>.[1] <\/sup>The prebiotic effect of dietary fiber increases the growth of specific bacteria that have important physiological and health benefits for the host.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Acacia Has Comfortable Digestibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Acacia may be beneficial to people with LGS [Leaky Gut Syndrome<\/strong>]. Indeed, one of the most important roles of the gut barrier<\/strong> is to distinguish between pathogenic and non-pathogenic compounds. Intestinal inflammation compromises the gut barrier and alters gut impermeability<\/strong>, known as leaky gut syndrome. Research shows that acacia gum can reduce the inflammation<\/strong> associated with LGS by inhibiting pro-inflammatory cytokines while at the same time promoting anti-inflammatory cytokines[2]<\/sup>. Evidence also suggests that acacia gum is well tolerated<\/strong> and is comfortably digested by the body with no adverse reactions[3]<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Acacia is FODMAP-friendly<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

FODMAP stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, and Polyols (i.e. carbohydrates and sugar alcohols). These elements can cause gastrointestinal problems for people with IBS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The low FODMAP diet is scientifically proven to be the most effective dietary approach for people with digestive disorders or symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. IBS affects between 10% to 15% of the population worldwide. In order to limit these digestive issues, people have to avoid foods containing high level of FODMAP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our new range inavea\u2122 offers FODMAP-friendly<\/a> certified prebiotic ingredients that can be included in low-FODMAP food and beverage products.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Acacia Can Help Mitigate The Risks Associated With High Protein Diets<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

High protein diets are a health trend at the moment. However, evidence suggests that high protein diets can have a negative impact on the kidneys[4]<\/sup>. Scientific studies have shown that the consumption of acacia gum may reduce the risk factors associated with high protein diets<\/strong>[5]<\/sup>, [6]<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Acacia May Help To Lower Cholesterol Levels<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In addition to its many other benefits, certain clinical studies have shown that acacia may help to lower cholesterol levels<\/strong>. The results of these studies indicated that during a control period, the administration of acacia gum<\/strong> to the study subjects resulted in a reduction in serum total cholesterol levels[8]<\/sup><\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Acacia Can Help Reduce The Glycemic Index Rating Of Food And Drinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Because acacia is a non-digestible carbohydrate<\/strong> (meaning it doesn\u2019t elevate blood sugar levels), it is also particularly adapted for products with low glycemic index or reduced glycemic index. Thus, acacia can be used to lower the glycemic index rating<\/strong> of food and drink products by replacing at least 30% of sugars, which may help with weight management<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Acacia is Tooth-Friendly <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fermentable carbohydrates (FCs) contribute to tooth decay because they feed bacteria in the mouth which in turn creates acid that breaks down tooth enamel (a process known as demineralization). Acacia gum is a non-fermentable carbohydrate<\/strong>. This means it doesn\u2019t feed bacteria and therefore doesn\u2019t cause a drop in plaque PH levels. So acacia gum can actually be used to replace FCs<\/strong>, thereby making food and beverage products friendlier for teeth. So it\u2019s safe to say that acacia gum may contribute to the maintenance of<\/strong> tooth mineralization<\/strong>[7]<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Enhancing Health And Nutrition For Over A Century<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Thanks to its continuous presence in Africa for over 125 years and strong partnerships in gum producing countries, Nexira has become an expert in acacia gum<\/strong><\/a> at all levels: raw material sourcing<\/strong>, supply assurance<\/strong>, quality<\/strong> and traceability<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Very early in its history, Nexira began to focus its scientific research on the nutritional benefits of acacia gum<\/strong> as a  <\/del>native source of soluble dietary fiber. Numerous studies have been performed since the late 1970\u2019s to further understand the relationship between acacia fiber and the human colonic microflora. The latest result of this effort was the development of a unique and innovative product line branded inavea, the<\/strong> next gen prebiotic ingredients<\/strong> range offering the value of prebiotic properties<\/strong> and fiber enrichment*.<\/p>\n\n\n

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If you want to offer a supplement positioned on Digestive Health with innovative claims and science-backed prebt<\/del>iotic ingredients, inavea\u2122 BAOBAB ACACIA<\/a> <\/strong>and inavea\u2122 PURE ACACIA<\/a><\/strong> are perfect for you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n