A large, double-blind, placebo-controlled study confirmed the physiologic benefits of Litesse® as a fibre. Its aim was to evaluate the effects of Litesse® on various bodily functions and blood biochemistry in healthy Chinese subjects.
This study concluded that Litesse® is a fibre with many physiologic benefits:
- Its consumption significantly improved bowel function with no adverse effects.
- Litesse® intake reduced glucose absorption from the small intestine and was fermented in the large intestine to produce SCFAs, including butyrate.
- Litesse® increased favorable intestinal microflora (bifidobacteria and lactobacillus) and decreased the pH of the bowel.
Conclusion: Daily intake of 4-12 grams Litesse® improves gastrointestinal function without adverse effects.
