ActiStar® RM starch allows food processors to improve the texture, processing characteristics and health benefits of a wide range of foods and beverages.

ActiStar® RM starch may stimulate butyrate production and as a result may have potential as a prebiotic. Actistar® RM starch has a high level of resistant starch that is highly fermentable resulting in production of short-chain fatty acids, especially butyrate.

Functional benefits

• Less viscous than high-amylose derived products. No gelling.
• Very bland taste and smooth mouthfeel.
• Stable at low pH.
• Very fine granulometry. Availability to function as a fiber without a gritty mouthfeel.
• Low water binding capacity. Non hygroscopic.
• Stable up to 120°C depending on the application.

Summary of potential health benefits

• Butyrogenicity: Butyrate acts as a nutrient of colonic cells for healthy colon maintenance.
• Prebiotic: Actistar® RM starch may stimulate the growth of beneficial bifidobacteria and lactobacilli.
• Dietary fiber: Dietary fiber promotes a healthy digestive system.
• Weight management: Calorie content of foods may be reduced when higher calorie ingredients are replaced by lower calorie Actistar® RM starch. Virtually fat-free (<1%).