The importance of Benicaros® for a Healthy Microbiome

The human gut is where 80% of the immune system resides and is home to trillions of microbes that influence nearly every aspect of health and wellness. These microbes form a dynamic ecosystem known as the gut microbiome, which is unique to each individual.

What people eat plays a crucial role in shaping this microbiome. To thrive, these microbes need fuel, commonly known as prebiotics. Enter Benicaros®: a patented, upcycled “precision prebiotic” fibre from carrot pomace, and winner for Microbiome Ingredient of the Year.

Research shows it trains the innate immune system for smarter, faster, and stronger responses while constantly stimulating beneficial gut bacteria and their metabolites across every type of gut ecosystem.

When prebiotics are broken down by gut bacteria, they produce short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that strengthen the gut barrier and regulate the immune system. In studies comparing three dietary fibres of varying complexity on the intestinal microbiota of healthy adults, only Benicaros® consistently increased SCFA levels¹. It also showed the ‘right specificity’ to reliably stimulate beneficial microbes while producing less gas than traditional prebiotics², highlighting its unique benefits to support a healthy microbiome.

Benicaros® meets the demands of today’s conscious consumer: natural, researched, clean-label, kosher and halal certified, and low-FODMAP. Low-FODMAP products like Benicaros® may help manage IBS symptoms by avoiding poorly absorbed sugars that trigger discomfort. To learn more about this ingredient and it’s unique benefits, visit our Health Platform or contact us!

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(1) Van den Abbeele et al. (2020) A Novel Non-Digestible, Carrot-Derived Polysaccharide (cRG-I) Selectively Modulates the Human Gut Microbiota while Promoting Gut Barrier Integrity: An Integrated in Vitro Approach: doi: 10.3390/nu12071917.
(2) Van den Abbeele et al. Carrot RG-I Reduces Interindividual Differences between 24 Adults through Consistent Effects on Gut Microbiota Composition and Function Ex Vivo: doi.org/10.3390/nu15092090. Pub April 2023.}