What is Fructooligosaccharides (FOS)?
Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) also known as oligofructose or oligofructan, is a class of oligosaccharides used as an alternative sweetener in food products. [1]
Is Fructooligosaccharides Natural?
Yes, Fructooligosaccharides are found in several fruits and vegetables; However, the process that some food manufacturers use to refine FOS results in the use of chemicals.
FOS use emerged in the 1980s in response to consumer demand for healthier and calorie-reduced foods. [1]
Source(s) Derived From |
Plant Sources, Other Natural Sources, Chemical (Synthetic) Sources FOS is extracted from fruits and vegetables like bananas, onions, chicory root, garlic, asparagus, barley, wheat, tomatoes, and leeks. |
Natural or Artificial? |
Both (Can be derived from Natural & Artificial Sources) |
References |
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Aliases (Also Known As) |
Agave Inulin Chicory Extract Chicory Fiber Chicory OligoFructose Chicory Root Extract Chicory Root Fiber Chicory Root Inulin Chicory Root Syrup Chicory Syrup FOS FOS Probiotic Growth Complex Fructooligosaccharide Inulin Inulin Root Natural Chicory Fiber NutraFlora Nutraflora FOS Oligofructan Oligofructose Short Chain FOS Color Key - (Click/Tap to View)
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| Ingredient updated | UPC Food Search | February 8, 2018 @ 10:08 PM |
| Ingredient added | UPC Food Search | January 1, 2009 @ 2:14 AM |
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