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Dietary fibre plays an essential role in digestive health, yet most people do not consume enough of it. The World Health Organization recommends at least 25g of fibre per day, but studies show only a small percentage of adults meet this target.
This gap between recommendation and reality – often called the 'fibre gap' – highlights a clear need for practical solutions that help consumers increase their intake without sacrificing taste or convenience.
Fibre's reputation has evolved. Once associated mainly with digestive regularity, it is now recognised by consumers as a foundation for broader health goals, including gut health, blood glucose management, the gut-brain axis, immunity and mental well-being.
In fact, fibre has become the ingredient consumers most associate with gut health and is increasingly described within the food industry as a major nutrition trend.
Bringing soluble fibre into everyday products
Roquette addresses this opportunity through Nutriose, a range of soluble fibres derived from non-GMO wheat or corn. Nutriose is designed for easy integration into food and beverage formulations. It offers a bland taste, high solubility, low viscosity and excellent stability across a range of processing conditions, including heat, UHT treatment, extrusion and varying pH levels.
Clinical studies support several health benefits associated with Nutriose. It acts as a prebiotic, selectively feeding beneficial gut bacteria by the production of short-chain fatty acids. It has an approved health claim in Europe confirming its contribution to lower postprandial glycemic responses. It also supports feelings of fullness, which can assist calorie intake management, and its slow fermentation in the colon allows for a gradual release of energy.
Beyond its health properties, Nutriose is valued for its formulation practicality. Its off-white colour, bland taste and stability under diverse processing conditions allow manufacturers to enrich a wide variety of products – including beverages, baking, snacks, specialised nutrition, dairy and dairy alternatives, and sports nutrition – without compromising flavour, texture or appearance.
For brands, the opportunity extends beyond formulation alone. Clearly communicating how much fibre a product delivers, how it contributes to daily intake, and why prebiotic fibres differ from generic fibre sources can help consumers better understand the value of what they are choosing.
Nutriose soluble fibre supports this approach by combining clinically substantiated benefits with the digestive tolerance and formulation performance needed for everyday food and beverage applications.
