Corn fiber

27 Feb 2024 - FoodCorner

Corn fiber is an ingredient rich in benefits to the body and is widely used in the food industry because of its functional and nutritional properties. It is a soluble fiber powder, naturally gluten-free, obtained from the fibrous parts of the corn plant. Characterized by excellent cold solubility and low viscosity, it has high stability to acidity, freeze-thaw cycles and heat treatments.

Corn fiber has low caloric value and a low glycemic index. It promotes a sense of satiety and acts as a prebiotic, promoting gut health and the general well-being of the body. In some food preparations, such as beverages and snacks, it can be used together with other low-calorie sweeteners to limit added sugar.

It is easily incorporated into a wide range of products. Added to baked goods such as breads, cookies, and cakes, it improves their texture and softness, as well as increasing their fiber intake. In beverages, juices, smoothies, coffee or tea, soluble corn fiber acts as a thickener and emulsifier, improving the texture of formulations. In dairy products such as yogurt, ice cream and cream, it improves texture, creaminess and stability. Its nutritional and functional properties make it ideal in dietary, health products and gluten-free formulations.