Soy Fiber
What is Soy Fiber?
Soy fiber is a dietary fiber derived from soybeans. It is produced by processing the outer hull of the soybean. This process separates the fiber from the protein and oil components.
Is Soy Fiber vegan?
Soy Fiber is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Soy Fiber a major allergen?
Soy is one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Soy Fiber used for?
Manufacturers add soy fiber to foods to increase their fiber content.
Is Soy Fiber safe?
Soy fiber is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add soy fiber to foods to increase their fiber content. It can also act as a bulking agent and improve texture. It is commonly found in baked goods, cereals, snack bars, and meat products.
Health notes
Soy fiber is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of soluble and insoluble fiber, which are important for digestive health. Some research suggests that increased dietary fiber intake may help manage cholesterol levels and blood sugar. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated soy fiber.
Allergen info
Soy is one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. Therefore, soy fiber is considered a major allergen.
Foods that contain Soy Fiber
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