Boosting Heart Health Naturally: Orafti® β-Fit by BENEO and the Power of Beta-Glucans
As consumers increasingly seek functional foods that deliver health benefits without compromising on taste, Orafti® β-Fit emerges as a smart, sustainable solution to support heart health and beyond.
What is Orafti® β-Fit?
Orafti® β-Fit is a beta-glucan-rich barley flour produced through an eco-friendly dry milling and enrichment process. This innovative ingredient harnesses the natural power of barley to deliver concentrated beta-glucans—soluble fibres known for their cholesterol-lowering and heart-health benefits.
Thanks to its clean label, neutral colour, and smooth taste, Orafti® β-Fit can be easily incorporated into a variety of everyday food products without affecting flavour or appearance.
Why Beta-Glucans Matter
Beta-glucans are naturally occurring polysaccharides found in cereals like oats and barley. Their unique structure—glucose molecules joined by β(1-4) and β(1-3) bonds—gives them powerful health-supporting properties.
Just 3 grams of beta-glucans a day can help:
- Lower blood cholesterol, reducing the risk of coronary heart disease
- Manage blood sugar levels, moderating post-meal glucose spikes
- Support digestive health, as a natural source of dietary fibre
Orafti® β-Fit: A Small Dose, A Big Impact
Getting your daily intake of beta-glucans doesn’t have to mean eating three bowls of oatmeal. With Orafti® β-Fit, it’s simple. Just 15 grams added to one serving of cereal delivers the recommended 3 grams of beta-glucans—making heart-healthy eating more accessible and convenient.
Ideal for a Range of Food Applications
Orafti® β-Fit’s versatility makes it suitable for various product categories:
- Baked goods
- Bread
- Breakfast cereals
- Dairy alternatives
- Functional nutrition products
- Pasta
Its clean taste, soluble nature, and stability in different pH and temperature conditions make it easy to formulate with.
A Sustainable, Clean-Label Solution
Produced using a dry milling process that minimizes water usage, Orafti® β-Fit aligns with clean and conscious product development goals. It’s non-GMO, vegan-friendly, and contributes to zero-waste production by using all parts of the barley grain.
Why Food Scientists Love Working With It:
✔ Soluble and easy to process
✔ Neutral in taste and colour
✔ Thickening functionality
✔ Stable under various processing conditions
Orafti® β-Fit makes it easy for brands to meet consumer demand for heart-healthy, clean-label foods—without compromising taste or sustainability goals. Whether you’re developing cereals, breads, or better-for-you snacks, Orafti® β-Fit delivers real nutritional impact in a simple, natural way.
