A formulation to increase the ratio of gastrointestinal microbiota in phylum Bacteroidetes to microbiota of Firmicutes phylum preferably includes about 20-60 mg/kg of body weight of fermentable fiber, about 10-30 mg/kg of body weight of beta glucan and about 20-60 mg/kg of body weight of blueberry extracts or any fruit or berry ingredient preparation containing similar phenolics. This formulation is preferably used to control body weight, body composition, and blood glucose regulation, preferably in humans, and is preferably administered orally, preferably twice per day.

A composition comprising at least about 25% of a fiber component, by weight of the composition, provides a safe and effective amount of fiber component to a user. A method of producing such a composition is provided. Additionally a method of providing a safe and effective amount of fiber component to a user is provided.

A composition comprising at least about 25% of a fiber component, by weight of the composition, provides a safe and effective amount of fiber component to a user. A method of producing such a composition is provided. Additionally a method of providing a safe and effective amount of fiber component to a user is provided.

The present invention is situated in the field of food technology. The invention more specifically relates to a cream substitute wherein the milk or dairy-derived components, e.g. the milk protein component has been replaced by intact pulse protein. The invention further provides cream substitute products such as whipped cream, culinary cream, ice cream and milk dessert substitute as well as methods for producing these.

The present invention is situated in the field of food technology. The invention more specifically relates to a cream substitute wherein the milk or dairy-derived components, e.g. the milk protein component has been replaced by intact pulse protein. The invention further provides cream substitute products such as whipped cream, culinary cream, ice cream and milk dessert substitute as well as methods for producing these.

A food composition containing green banana and inulin and having a low glycemic index and/or a low glycemic load is described. The food composition is delicious and healthy, contains natural, whole ingredients, high amounts of dietary fiber, healthy fats, and no added sugar. Such a composition satisfies the desire for a sweet treat while nurturing the body.

The present invention relates to compositions comprising inulin and protein for reducing loss of muscle mass. The present invention also relates to a composition comprising inulin and protein, wherein said the ratio of said inulin to said protein is between 5/95 to 75/25 by weight. The present invention therefore also concerns the use of a composition comprising inulin and protein for the preparation of a food or a medicament.

The present invention relates to compositions comprising inulin and protein for reducing loss of muscle mass. The present invention also relates to a composition comprising inulin and protein, wherein said the ratio of said inulin to said protein is between 5/95 to 75/25 by weight. The present invention therefore also concerns the use of a composition comprising inulin and protein for the preparation of a food or a medicament.

A mixture (M) comprising or, alternatively consisting of: (i) water-soluble oligosaccharide, or a water-soluble complex carbohydrate, or mixtures thereof; (II) a casein; (ill) n3 and/or n6 fatty acids; (iv) an extract of Vaccinium macrocarpon. The present invention further relates to a pharmaceutical composition, or a food for special medical purpose (FSMP), or a medical device formulation or composition, or a dietary supplement comprising the aforementioned mixture (M), for use as medicament, or for use in the treatment of a chronic inflammatory bowel disease, in particular of states of malnutrition in subjects suffering from said chronic inflammatory bowel disease.

A mixture (M) comprising or, alternatively consisting of: (i) water-soluble oligosaccharide, or a water-soluble complex carbohydrate, or mixtures thereof; (II) a casein; (ill) n3 and/or n6 fatty acids; (iv) an extract of Vaccinium macrocarpon. The present invention further relates to a pharmaceutical composition, or a food for special medical purpose (FSMP), or a medical device formulation or composition, or a dietary supplement comprising the aforementioned mixture (M), for use as medicament, or for use in the treatment of a chronic inflammatory bowel disease, in particular of states of malnutrition in subjects suffering from said chronic inflammatory bowel disease.