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Special buckwheat with studies on diabetes and low GI
BuckNat®
BuckNat® is an alternative carrier to maltodextrin, it’s a gluten-free pseudo cereal (Fagopyrum esculentum). BuckNat® is a nutrient-rich healthy food clinically tested for its low glycemic index. It’s 100 % soluble powder obtained with our unique DEFS® technology system that doesn’t use chemical solvents.
Composition
BuckNat® is made with buckwheat, a pseudo cereal with low-calories, rich in flavonoids, fatty acids, polysaccharides, amino acids, dietary fiber, resistant starch, vitamins of group B and minerals. Buckwheat proteins have unique amino acid composition with special biological activities of cholesterol-lowering effects and antihypertensition effects.
| Maltodextrin vs BuckNat® | ||
| Maltodextrin | BuckNat® | |
| Carbohydrates | 90-95% | 1,56% |
| Fat | 0-1% | 0,29% |
| Protein | 0-1% | 3,11% |
| Minerals | 3-5% | |
| Fiber | 85% | |
| Energy value (Kcal/100 gr) | 409 | 191,29 |
| Energy value (KJ/100 gr) | 1711 | 770 |
Properties
Low glycemic index carrier for your functional ingredients Suitable for the formulation of products for subjects with insulin resistance and diabetes Fulfills amino acids recommendation for daily adult intake showing no limiting amino acid. Source of fiber Rich in vitamins of group B and flavonoids High polyphenolic content and antioxidant capacity Suitable for celiac Produced using our DEFS® technology system Totally allergen free May contribute to the development of novel gluten-free products like bread, cookies, or pasta.
Use
BuckNat® can be used both as a single ingredient and as a carrier in combination with other extracts to create the perfect nutraceutical or food product with a low glycemic index and suitable for celiac. Perfect for food supplements, hot and cold beverages, energy drinks, snacks, savory, bakery.
Test and scientific evidence
The great quality of BuckNat® has been confirmed by in vitro pre-clinical studies by best Italian Universities: BuckNat® has a lower glycemic index compared to maltodextrin (GI 40 instead of 95) and after gastro-duodenal digestion it caused the release of 18% less glucose than maltodextrin. The results of different studies conducted on the product show a significant reduction in insulin secretion of 77.8% by BuckNat® compared to maltodextrin. Thanks to NatIng DEFS® technology system, BuckNat® preserves macro and microelements and essential trace elements typical of this pseudo cereal (Buckwheat).
