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Soft and perfect texture in every bite.

With the addition of up to 2% Xia Powder 435 W LM in the dough, it is possible to obtain bread with a higher volume and a better crumb structure, together with a significant increase in dough hydration leading to a better fermentation process, all while maintaining the targeted baked product sensorial properties and without changing the production process lines’ parameters.

The gut health trend is entering its next phase – one shaped by sharper science, smarter consumers and big opportunities

https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2026/03/20/gut-health-trend-enters-new-growth-phase

“One of the most notable shifts is the use of the term ‘gut health’ itself. The once‑dominant umbrella term is being phased out in favour of specific functional ingredients, such as fibre, prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics.”

” As consumer understanding deepens and purchasing behaviours become more proactive, brands have the chance to move beyond simplistic gut health cues and instead lead with science‑driven benefits.
Fibre, prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics each carry distinct functional narratives, and companies that can articulate these differences convincingly stand to win with consumers.
The shift away from broad terminology also opens the door to more sophisticated product development.
Functional beverages, plant‑based carriers, and fibre‑fortified everyday staples present particularly strong growth opportunities.”

PEKTOS AG is now an official regional distributor of BENEXIA^® in several of our main European Markets, bringing these premium chia‑based ingredients to customers across Switzerland, Austria, Germany and Italy.

Our partnership strengthens access to premium chia-based ingredients and high‑quality, plant‑based fiber solutions, backed by BENEXIA’s trusted expertise and PEKTOS’ regional market leadership.

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Benexia^® of Chile is one of the largest chia producers and the world’s leading chia ingredient specialist offering one-of-a-kind chia ingredients uniquely designed for each food, beverage and nutraceutical application.

Benexia^® is a 100% chia-seed-focused company with over 20 years of experience supporting farming activities in Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina, developing clean chia ingredients, and offering customers the most sustainable, superior-quality chia and healthy products.

Benexia’s products are available in conventional or organic-certified versions, made from 100% white chia seeds.  All their processes are food safety certified under FSSC 22000, a system scheme recognised by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). Additionally, their products are suitable for Vegetarian/Vegan, Kosher, Halal, gluten-free, and even non-GMO diets. All products are RTE/RTD grade.

XIA SEED FIBER 435 W LM

This natural, plant-based fiber offers excellent nutritional value and superior functional properties, including flavour, moist and consistent texture, and heat stability.  It supports gut health, weight management, balanced blood sugar (glycemic response), and immune function, and is suitable for a wide range of food and beverage applications.

Benexia^® Xia Seed Fiber 435 W LM is a multifunctional 100% natural fiber concentrate extracted from the chia seed. It is an excellent source of fiber (both soluble & insoluble) and omega-3 ALA fat, and provides high-quality plant-based protein.

XIA SEED PROTEIN 125 W LM

Benexia^® Xia Seed Protein 125 W LM is a high-protein chia concentrate in a micro-milled format that provides excellent nutrition, taste, texture and dispersibility.  It also has the advantage of being a complete plant-based protein, containing all 9 essential amino acids.

This powder is an excellent ingredient that supports consumers’ daily protein needs while also providing fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.

Visit their website http://www.benexia.com and be amazed by the quality and quantity of information available. Also, check out our own website for a selection of BENEXIA’s information material.

Summary of the NZZ (Neue Züricher Zeitung) article in the German language.

The article explains why fiber plays a key role in health, weight control and the microbiome — and that many people eat far too little of it.

1. Fiber fills you up — but in a smart way
    •  It increases the volume of food without adding calories.
    •  It slows down digestion and stabilises blood sugar levels.
    •  This keeps you feeling full for longer and automatically leads to eating less.

2. The microbiome loves fiber
     •  Many types of fiber are prebiotic: they serve as food for gut bacteria.
     •  The bacteria produce short-chain fatty acids (e.g. butyrate) from this fiber, which:
          o  reduce inflammation,
          o strengthen the intestinal barrier
          o  improve metabolism,
          o  even influence the hunger and satiety system

3. Fiber deficiency is widespread
      •  Most people eat significantly less than the recommended amounts.
      •  Modern diets (white flour, few vegetables, lots of processed foods) are the main reason.

4. Different types of fiber – different effects
The article emphasises that not all fiber is the same:
      •  Soluble fiber (e.g. pectin, inulin, beta-glucans)
           → form gels, slow down digestion, nourish the microbiome
      •  Insoluble fiber (e.g. cellulose, wheat bran)
           → increase stool volume, promote bowel movement
      •  Fermentable fiber
           → particularly important for microbiome health

5. Why fiber helps with weight loss
      •  It reduces the energy density of food.
      •  It promotes a healthier microbiome, which in turn:
           o  regulates metabolism more efficiently
           o  reduces inflammation
           o  improves insulin sensitivity
      •  It influences satiety hormones such as GLP 1 and PYY.

6. Practical recommendations
     The article lists typical sources:
      •  Vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts, seeds
      •  Particularly effective: oats, psyllium husks, pectin-rich fruits, inulin.
And: A slow increase is important so that the gut can adjust.