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What does inulin mean?

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Noun
  1. (biochemistry) a polysaccharide found in the roots and tubers of certain plants, especially the Compositae; it is mostly a polymer of fructose
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Although inulin is not naturally found in human plasma it is nontoxic and can be injected or infused into the bloodstream.
In dairy products containing live cultures, inulin works as a prebiotic to help the cultures grow and function at their peak.
It is for beet growers, for inulin syrup producers and for chicory growers.
Half of the company's products also contain inulin, a natural dietary fiber and prebiotic.
Over recent years there has been a body of research built up that indicates inulin also acts as a prebiotic.
Over the past year, Stonyfield Farm, Londonderry, N.H., launched yogurt made with the prebiotic inulin.

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