Chicory root fiber is used as a healthy ingredient in the formulation of Barniki nut bars. Fiber is a plant-based nutrient. In fact, fiber is a type of carbohydrate that, unlike other carbohydrates, cannot be broken down into sugar molecules and can often pass through the gastrointestinal tract intact. Consumption of fiber in the daily diet is important for digestion and regulation of intestinal activity, weight control, blood sugar regulation and control of blood cholesterol. It is also said that fiber consumption is associated with increased longevity and reduced risk of cancer.
Chicory fiber is a type of fiber that is not degradable, digestible or absorbable in the small intestine so it travels to the lower gastrointestinal tract and serves as a food source for beneficial bacteria that live in the intestine. This type of compound is called pre-biotic.
