At SupplySide West, NutriLeads will discuss its latest clinical and preclinical research showing how Benicaros drives innovation in functional food, beverages and supplements for gut and immune health.

The “just right” complexity of Benicaros’ molecular structure enables precise targeting of beneficial gut bacteria that promotes a healthy and resilient gut ecosystem. By nourishing microorganisms common in most people, including Bifidobacterium spp., Benicaros increases their abundance. In turn, Benicaros boosts the production of short-chain fatty acids like acetate, propionate, and butyrate, which support gut , heart, brain and metabolic health. Benicaros also trains the innate immune system to respond smarter, faster, and stronger.

This unique, plant-based ingredient has other advantages that make it an ideal prebiotic for product innovation:

Minimal Serving Size. Benicaros is effective at just 300 mg, as confirmed by clinical studies.

No Limiting Side Effects. Unlike other prebiotics, Benicaros strengthens gut and immune health with up to 40% less gas production  —a typical byproduct of fiber fermentation.

Favorable Formulation Profile. Benicaros has little to no impact on taste or smell. It is water-soluble, stable under heat, and pH-resistant, making it easy to formulate in a wide range of food, beverage, and supplement product formats. Available in multiple powder and liquid forms, it offers formulation flexibility to meet diverse consumer needs.

Plant-based, Upcycled & Traceable. NutriLeads extracts Benicaros from fresh carrot pomace with a fully traceable value chain, beginning with the farms where the carrots are grown.

Benicaros is plant-based, U.S. FDA GRAS, Kosher, Halal, GMO-free, gluten-free, and free from additives or artificial ingredients, with organic options available.

Benicaros’ unique molecular structure allows for targeted and consistent modulation of every type of gut microbiome. Its robust, dependable and predictable benefits help manufacturers build brand equity and customer loyalty.