Inulin

Selectively promotes growth of Bifidobacteria in colon [5,6], which alters the microflora in the gastrointestinal tract [6].

Not degradeable by human aliment enzymes. Inulin slow down the degradation of digestible polysaccharides and has a hyperplastic effect on the small-intestinal epithelium [3]. Inulin does not affect the excretion of fat, cholesterol, bile acids, calcium, magnesium, zinc or iron [7].

10-35% inhibition on the restriction enzyme HindIII at 100-500 mg polysaccharide / μg λ DNA [9].

Biosynthesis from sucrose.

Decreases cholesterol and lipid levels in blood [3].

Inhibits tumor growth [5].