Phase 2 Carb-Control Ingredient for Beverages Gets New Distributor
StarchLite is a carb-control ingredient with two U.S. structure-function claims supporting starch reduction and weight control.
Pharmachem Laboratories Inc. (Kearny, NJ) has named Pacific Resources International the exclusive distributor for StarchLite-also known as Phase 2 white kidney bean extract in the United States-in beverages in Australia and New Zealand. StarchLite is a carb-control ingredient with two U.S. structure-function claims supporting starch reduction and weight control. It works by inhibiting an enzyme that digests starch, allowing a portion of the starch to pass through the body undigested, like resistant fiber.
“StarchLite has been shown in numerous clinical studies to reduce the digestion of starch and aid in weight control,” says Frank Ruckriegel, Pacific Resources. “We believe it’s a more effective component of starchy foods than any resistant starch.” He said it can be added to foods like bread, pasta, rice, and potatoes to reduce their caloric impact, as well as beverages and bars.
Steve Mister on CRN's ongoing lawsuit against New York State
October 11th 2024Nutritional Outlook spoke to The Council for Responsible Nutrition's president and CEO, Steve Mister, at its annual meeting, Convergence '24. Mister discussed the latest in its ongoing lawsuit against NY State's law banning the sale of weight management and muscle building products to minors.
