Danisco Increases Litesse® Production

COPENHAGEN, DenmarkDanisco expanded production of its functional fiber Litesse® polydextrose in order to build on its success and further capture opportunities offered by the health and nutrition market, according to  Maria Cecilia Londono, global vice president fibers and extracts for the company. The new capacity will be operational within the next 12 months.

Michael Bond, global business director for Daniscos functional fibers portfolio said, Consumers are increasingly conscious of the role that diet plays in their health and well-being and have become acutely aware that they are not consuming adequate levels of fiber. This means consumers are now actively searching out fiber alongside other nutritional benefits, when taking responsibility for their own health, driving growth in the functional fiber market."

Litesse® is a premium, low-calorie, soluble fiber and prebiotic designed to improve the nutritional profiles of numerous foods and beverages through fiber enrichment, sugar reduction or replacement, calorie reduction or fat reduction. At only 1 kcal/g, Litesse® offers potential for reducing calories and adding fiber without impacting the consumer appeal of the end product in terms of taste and texture. It offers digestive health benefits with no toleration issues, encouraging consumer loyalty and repeat purchase, according to the company.

Litesse® is a cornerstone of Daniscos Health & Nutrition strategya fundamental approach to offering healthy solutions in all areas of the food industry and across health platforms," commented Fabienne Saadane-Oaks, president Danisco BioActives.

Danisco supplies food ingredients, enzymes and bio-based solutions. Daniscos ingredients are used globally in a wide range of industriesfrom bakery, dairy and beverages to animal feed, laundry detergents and bioethanolto enable functional, economic and sustainable solutions. Danisco operates from sales, production and innovation sites in more than 40 countries.