Discover the ingredients that are effective companions for a successful weight loss journey at BENEO’s Booth S737
Chicago, Illinois – July 15, 2024 – During this year’s IFT Food Expo at McCormick Place in Chicago from July 14-17, BENEO is showcasing a comprehensive and natural solution package for weight management in Booth S737.
In the US, 1 in 5 children and 2 in 5 adults are obese, according to the National Center for Disease Control (CDC). Estimates are that obesity costs the US healthcare system almost $173 billion annually. Effective weight management and other preventive health approaches can help alleviate the onset of chronic disease while improving quality of life and reducing healthcare costs.
“The food industry plays a crucial role in addressing weight management and obesity prevention,” says Jon Peters, Sales Director Americas, BENEO. “Tackling obesity is a national concern and our solutions offer a natural and scientifically proven way to support effective and long-term weight management, contributing to positive public health outcomes,” he added.
In general, the company’s ‘weight management toolbox’ offers three different and complementary approaches for losing or maintaining weight in a healthy way.
#1 BENEO’s solutions can help to eat less
The key to successful weight loss is to consume fewer calories than the body burns. BENEO’s ingredients can help to eat less. The carbohydrate Palatinose™(isomaltulose) provides more balanced blood glucose levels throughout the day and hence may reduce cravings between meals. It is also clinically proven to stimulate the release of GLP-1, which is linked with blood glucose control and appetite reduction. Prebiotic fibers, such as Orafti® Inulin and Oligofructose trigger the production of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that positively affect metabolism resulting in less food intake.
#2 Losing weight while nourishing the body
While there is excitement about the new class of high-potency weight-loss drugs, it’s important not to lose sight of the value of a high-quality diet. Proper nourishment is crucial for the body for people during and after GLP-1 medications and for people who pursue weight loss simply by reducing their calorie intake. BENEO’s plant-based proteins from rice and faba beans, for example, are a good protein source and provide a valuable amino acid profile. Prioritizing protein is important during a weight loss journey as it can counteract muscle loss.
Carbohydrates are an essential part of a balanced diet as they are vital for the energy supply for the body and brain. They should make up 45% to 65% of the total calorie count according to the USDA’s Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Especially when it comes to carbohydrates, it’s about the right choice.
Palatinose™ fuels the body with complete carbohydrate energy in a gentle and sustained way. This makes it easier for the body to deal with as blood sugar levels are more balanced and less insulin is released.
Prebiotic fibers such as Orafti® Inulin and Oligofructose belong to the complex carbohydrates that are especially valuable for the body and support gut health. BENEO’s prebiotics are derived from chicory root fiber and contribute to a healthy microbiota as well as helping to close the fiber gap. They also increase the absorption of calcium to help support bone health – an interesting aspect as, especially during quick weight loss, bone density can also suffer.
#3 BENEO Ingredients Allow for Healthful Reformulations
BENEO’s ingredients can improve the nutritional profiles of food and beverage products. In addition to boosting the fiber content in products, prebiotic fibers enable manufacturers to reduce sugar and fat in recipes while maintaining desirable tastes and textures.
Whether it is about cutting calories or achieving a high protein profile – the application experts of the BENEO-Technology Center advise manufacturers along the whole development process. When it comes to aspects such as scientific substantiation, front-of-pack communication, and possible structure/function claims, customers can count on the BENEO-Institute which brings together the expertise from Nutrition Science, Nutrition Communication, and Legislation teams.