Hi William; Inulin is not exactly FOS but both are fructans. Did you write this?
My question would be, do you have Inulin for sale, preferably purified Inulin that averages a 15 to 22 molecule chain? I have a source of native chicory Inulin, but I may be interested in this specific product. Reason I ask is that FOS, which is 7 or fewer molecules and averages 3.7 to 4.8 molecules, is known to allow fermentation by undesireable bacteria to a much higher degree, and I wouldn't want that. Native Inulin on the other hand averages 9 or 10 molecules and discourages such undesireable fermentation, and refined Inulin with it's much lower short-chain percentage, is even more appropriate for rectifying incorect bowel flora in the health arena, although native Inulin is suitable for general use. regards, Duncan Crow > Orafti oligofructose (FOS) > Inulin is a fructooligosaccharide (FOS) derived from chicory by a > process similar to that used in extracting sugar from sugar beets. It is > white in color, slightly hygroscopic and is water soluble and not digested > by monogastric animals. It is not only a natural ingredient but also a > prebiotic which stimulates the growth of good intestinal bacteria which > support healthy colon conditions. This relationship has a positive effect > on the digestive system function, as well as the overall health of the > animal. The inulin functions by increasing the bioavailability of > minerals, particularly calcium, through its fermentation of Lactobacillus > and Bifidobacteria in the intestinal tract. Studies with rats indicated an > increase in bone density after consumption of inulin/FOS. In addition, the > beneficial effects of inulin and oligofructose on the presence of > Bifidobacteria suggests an improved absorption of vitamins, such as the B > complexes. > > Please contact us if you have any questions about Orafti oligofructose > (FOS). > > -- > best > william meyer -- The silver-list is a moderated forum for discussion of colloidal silver. Instructions for unsubscribing may be found at: http://silverlist.org To post, address your message to: [email protected] Silver-list archive: http://escribe.com/health/thesilverlist/index.html List maintainer: Mike Devour <[email protected]>
