Gaio^® tagatose is low calorie, stimulates butyrate and has no glycemic effect

Gaio^® tagatose is an alternative to or complementary with the polyols (sugar alcohols) and fibres. Gaio^® tagatose is similar to the polyols in having a low caloric value and toothfriendly properties. However, Gaio^® tagatose is unique in having no glycemic response. With great taste and high functionality, Gaio^® tagatose can improve quality of a range of functional foods.

As an additional benefit, Gaio^® tagatose selectively promotes the production of butyrate and lactic acid bacteria. Being pH stable in acidic applications enables use in e.g. beverages and yogurts. The unique combination of sweetness and prebiotic effect enables creation of great tasting healthy fiber products.

The use of Gaio^® tagatose in relatively high doses (10-30%) gives access to a range of claims in the US:

• Nutrient content claims - Gaio^® tagatose has a caloric value of only 1.5 kcal/g - approved by the FDA.
• Prebiotic structure function claim - clinical documentation exists to sustain claim.
• ”No impact carb” claim - Gaio^® tagatose has no glycemic effect being ideal for low carb diets.
• Dental Claim - Gaio^® tagatose does not promote toothdecay - approved by the FDA.
• Natural claim - Gaio^® tagatose occurs in nature in small amounts.