Story of Chicory Root Inulin Powder
What is chicory root inulin? It’s a soluble plant fiber that’s present in high amounts in the chicory root, along with an estimated 36,000 other plants! It is a type of fructan, oligofructose carbohydrate, along with other fibers is considered a functional plant-based ingredient that effectively boosts digestion and other processes. Dietary fibers have been used for hundreds of years to support bowel functions and gut health, curb appetite and help maintain heart health, all completely natural.
What does this translate to when it comes to human health? Inulin takes up a lot of room in the digestive tract once eaten, helping to make you feel fuller; absorbs water, which helps to form stool; and allows you to go to the bathroom more easily.