Yacon powder is usually made from the mature tubers of yacon. First, wash it clean, peel it and slice it. Then, extract the juice through pressing and other methods. After that, filter the juice to remove impurities. Finally, spray dry it to make the water evaporate rapidly. Grind the dried product into fine powder, and the snow lotus fruit powder is obtained.
Appearance and sensory characteristics: Yacon powder is usually light brown in color, with a fine texture. It has a subtle sweetness and aroma similar to caramel or maple syrup. Its sweetness is mild and not overly intense, and it blends well with other ingredients. Nutritional components: Rich in fructooligosaccharides, a type of sugar that the human body cannot metabolize, it has low calories and is suitable for diabetic patients and overweight people to consume. At the same time, it also contains minerals such as potassium, calcium and phosphorus, as well as antioxidant substances, and is a prebiotic that helps promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the intestines.
Main functions
Regulating blood sugar: Fructooligosaccharides do not cause significant fluctuations in blood sugar and are suitable for people with high blood sugar to consume, which is helpful for blood sugar management.
Promoting digestion: As a prebiotic, it can nourish beneficial bacteria in the intestines, maintain the balance of intestinal microecology, promote intestinal peristalsis, prevent constipation, and is beneficial to intestinal health.
Aiding weight loss: Its low-calorie nature makes it an ideal substitute for traditional sugar, satisfying the need for sweetness without causing excessive calorie intake, which is helpful for weight control.
Application scenarios
Food flavoring: It can be used as a natural sweetener in baked goods such as cookies, cakes, and muffins. It can also be sprinkled on cereal or yogurt to add sweetness, and is used to make jams, sauces, etc.
Beverage addition: It can be added to juice, tea, coffee or milkshakes to enhance sweetness and nutrition, and is an excellent raw material for making functional beverages.
Health supplement raw materials: They are often used to make nutritional supplements, capsules, tablets, etc., providing prebiotics and other nutrients for the products, meeting consumers' demands for health.
Note: Yacon powder generally does not contain common allergens, but it contains a relatively high amount of fructooligosaccharides. People who are intolerant to fructose or sensitive to the digestion of fructooligosaccharides should consume it in moderation. In addition, it should be stored in a cool, dry and dark place to prevent moisture and deterioration.