A human clinical dose-response study conducted by world-renowned fiber expert Joanne Slavin, PhD, RD, at the University of Minnesota, has determined that Sunfiber has significant prebiotic benefits even at 3g doses.
Also of particularly high interest, the study revealed 3g and 6g of Sunfiber elevated Akkermansia levels. Akkermansia levels in the gut are associated with some conditions including:
- obesity
- type 2 diabetes
- insulin resistance
- the presence of IBD and other gastrointestinal conditions.
Observes Taiyo’s functional ingredient expert Derek Timm, PhD, RDN, “This study is meaningful to Taiyo’s customers because it revealed Sunfiber’s significant prebiotic effect at a lower dose than previously demonstrated. Plus, the marked Akkermansia increases represent a new gut health benefit for consumers.”
Additional Study Details
For this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover study, published in Applied Microbiology, researchers sought to determine the dose response effects of Sunfiber (Partially Hydrolyzed Guar Gum or PHGG) on healthy adults. Each subject completed three 14-day treatment periods with a 2-week washout between each period. Treatments included supplementation with 3g PHGG, 6g PHGG or a placebo.
In addition to the aforementioned increases in Akkermansia, researchers observed the following benefits of Sunfiber:
- Significant decreases in Sutterella, which has previously been associated with IBD and inflammation.
- Salivary cortisol numerically decreased in the 6g Sunfiber period, indicating it may positively affect the body’s stress response, but requires further investigation.
- The 6g dose of Sunfiber was found to have the highest percentage of normal stool consistency among the study groups, corroborating Sunfiber’s regularity benefits.
The researchers noted that Sunfiber (PHGG) may work to improve gut microbe balance, while triggering fewer undesirable symptoms due to impact on the gut microbiome.
Sunfiber is Suitable for Formulation in Supplements, Food, Baked, Dairy and Beverage
Sunfiber is proven effective by more than 100 clinical studies for digestive health, gut health, glycemic control and satiety, without the typical side effects found with other fibers.
It is organic, certified Glyphosate Residue Free, Kosher, Halal, Non-GMO Project Verified, Informed Ingredient, 100% gluten free, National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) Quality Seal and is Monash University Low FODMAP Certified™. Plus, it is low calorie and suitable for vegan/vegetarian diets.
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