Fibre

What is fibre?

Fibre is a type of (indigestible) carbohydrate that plays an essential role in normal digestion*. There are 2 types of fibre: soluble
and insoluble. Unlike other complex carbohydrates, fibre is not simply broken down in the digestive system. That is why most of it passes through the small intestine undigested and provides bulk.

Am I getting enough?

Fibre is the most important dietary factor in supporting the maintenance of normal gastrointestinal function*. That is why adults are advised to take in 25 g of fibre a day.** According to research studies, however, 72 % of men and 87 % of women do not reach this recommended daily intake.*** If
you currently eat little fibre, increase your intake only gradually and drink plenty of water.

*Fibre from oat grains leads to more bulk in the gut.
**EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (NDA). EFSA Journal 2010; 8(3):1462.
***UK National Diet and Nutrition Survey (NDNS).

What should I eat?

A combination of soluble and insoluble fibre every day. Soluble fibre is found in broccoli, carrots, apples and oats. Insoluble fibre is broken down to a lesser degree and generally passes through the gut without any change. Good sources include nuts, beans, leafy vegetables
and wholegrain products.

Now you know that you need 25 g of fibre a day.** Below we list some common foods and their fibre content, so that you can keep track of your daily fibre intake.

Multi-Ballaststoff-Drink

A delicious way to increase your daily fibre intake and support healthy digestion*. You can enjoy it with water or with your
favourite Formula 1 shake. Now sugar-free****!

• 5 g of fibre per serving
• Low in calories – 18 kcal per serving
• 6 different sources of fibre
• Contains soluble and insoluble fibre
• Sugar-free recipe without artificial sweeteners
• Enjoy with water or with your preferred Formula 1 shake

****Contains 0.1 g of naturally occurring sugar.

Beta Heart®

Its main ingredient is OatWell® oat beta-glucan, which lowers* or maintains** the cholesterol level in the blood. Simply mix 1 or 2 scoops with water, fruit juice or your favourite Formula 1 shake.

• 3 g of beta-glucan help to lower cholesterol* (2 scoops)
• 1.5 g of beta-glucan help to maintain cholesterol** (1 scoop)
• No sugar
• No artificial sweeteners
• High fibre content (3 g per scoop)
• Source of protein
• 25 kcal per scoop

* Oat beta-glucan has been shown to lower blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is one of the risk factors for coronary heart disease. Beta-glucans contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels. A beneficial effect is achieved with a daily intake of 3 g of oat beta-glucan. Coronary heart disease has multiple risk factors, and changing one risk factor may or may not have a beneficial effect.
** Oat beta-glucan contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels. A beneficial effect is achieved with a daily intake of 3 g of oat beta-glucan from oats, oat bran, barley, barley bran or from a mixture of these beta-glucans.

OatWell® is a trade mark of DSM.

Microbiotic Max

Microbiotic Max was developed to give you a combination of probiotics and prebiotic fibre, with 2 billion live bacteria (CFU) per serving. It contains no sweeteners, colourings or preservatives and does not need to be kept in the fridge, so it is perfect for when you are out and about.

"The thought of eating bacteria is not exactly appealing – until you realise the benefits and how easy it is to add them to your diet!"

What we eat plays a decisive role in the health of the gut and its microflora, which together support the symbiotic work of our two brains. That is right: we have a “second brain” – our complex digestive system, which sends information to and receives it from our “first brain” and uses this data to regulate digestive function. Prebiotics are fibre-rich foods such as fruit, vegetables, beans and wholegrain products. They are the lifeblood of the probiotics, which influence other organs and systems in the body and help to keep blood sugar and cholesterol within the normal range. We humans lack the ability to break down certain carbohydrates and fibres, so the microbes in the gut take on this task.

Your source of prebiotics

Our hectic modern lifestyle means that many people do not eat enough foods that are good sources of prebiotics. Ideally, your body needs a combination of prebiotics and probiotics. That is why food supplements can be helpful. Probiotics stimulate the growth and activity of the good bacteria in the digestive tract – the same bacteria that are taken in through food or through food supplements. Rich sources of good bacteria are fermented foods such as yogurt and kefir, in which they turn sugars and carbohydrates into acids. They all play a part in strengthening the body's own immune defences and are also said to have a positive effect on mood.