ATCHISON, Kan., March 15, 2016— MGP recognizes that health benefits are key to bringing quality products to a growing number of today’s consumers. Among the company’s ingredient offerings that continue to address this trend with increasing effectiveness is Fibersym® RW resistant wheat starch.

Research has shown that Fibersym RW, which acts like a prebiotic fiber, can aid in digestive health, assist in weight management and the management of blood glucose levels, reduce calories and lower cholesterol levels. What’s more, as with MGP’s other specialty wheat starches, as well as wheat proteins, Fibersym RW is non-GMO.

“University research is ongoing to further substantiate the health benefits of Fibersym RW as it relates to the influence of gut microbiota on metabolic syndrome,” said Ody Maningat, Ph.D., vice president of research and development and chief science officer. “All of these studies are extremely thorough and are focused on specific performance attributes.”  

Because of its neutral flavor profile, this unique resistant starch doesn’t distort the taste of finished products. Likewise, with its bright white color and fine smooth texture, Fibersym RW blends well with other ingredients to produce visually appealing results. This pertains to applications that both traditionally and non-traditionally have been associated with fiber enhancement. Especially ideal for flour-based applications, Fibersym RW can be used to create nutritionally-enriched products by replacing a portion of the flour. In formulating fiber-enhanced cookies, for instance, Fibersym RW can act as a one-to-one replacer for up to a quarter of the flour normally required.

In addition to its health-related benefits, Fibersym RW addresses three principal considerations that are important to formulators and consumers alike, these being taste, texture and time. Time applies to both formulation ease and efficiency, as well as convenience for consumers in terms of quickness of food preparation and availability. Each is high on the list for today’s constantly on-the-go society. Likewise, foods must be palatable. Therefore, great taste is essential, as are other key benefits noted above. Fibersym RW can provide all of these to increase the overall appeal and value of customers’ products.

About MGP

Celebrating its 75th anniversary, MGP is a leading supplier of premium distilled spirits and specialty wheat proteins and starches. Distilled spirits include bourbon and rye whiskeys, gins and vodkas, which are carefully crafted through a combination of art and science backed by decades of experience. The company's proteins and starches are created in the same manner and provide a host of functional, nutritional and sensory benefits for a wide range of food products. MGP additionally is a top producer of high quality industrial alcohol for use in both food and non-food applications. The company is headquartered in Atchison, Kansas, where distilled alcohol products and food ingredients are produced. Premium spirits are also distilled and matured at the company’s facility in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. For more information, visit mgpingredients.com.