Yacon Powder

Yacon powder: natural prebiotic for digestive health and glycemic control
Yacon powder is obtained from the tuber Smallanthus sonchifolius, known for its high content of fructooligosaccharides (FOS), prebiotic compounds that promote intestinal health. This functional powder is ideal for the formulation of products aimed at digestive wellness and blood sugar control.

 

What is yacon powder?
It is a fine, soluble powder produced from fresh yacon root, carefully dried and ground to preserve its nutrients and functional properties, especially its non-digestible sugars that feed the intestinal flora.

 

Functional benefits

  • Promotes intestinal health and microbiota balance.
  • Helps regulate blood glucose and lipid levels.
  • Supports weight loss and healthy metabolism.
  • Low glycemic index, suitable for people with diabetes.

 

Industrial applications

  • Functional ingredient for digestive and prebiotic supplements.
  • Use in shakes, energy bars, cereals and health products.
  • Low glycemic index natural alternative for sweetening formulations.

 

Advantages for the industry

  • Product in trend for its natural prebiotic properties.
  • Soluble powder, versatile and easy to incorporate in multiple formats.
  • Promotes innovation in the development of functional foods.