inulin
/ˈɪnjʊlɪn
/noun [mass noun] Biochemistry
A complex of sugar present in the roots of various plants and used medically to test kidney function. It is a polysaccharide based on fructose.Prebiotics are complex carbohydrates - oligosaccharides, such as inulin and short-chain sugars....
- While neither sugar beet fiber nor inulin had a metabolic effect on the dogs, guar gum resulted in decreased postprandial insulin and fasting cholesterol.
- It contains taraxasterol, choline, inulin and pectin.
Origin
Early 19th century: from Latin inula (identified by medieval herbalists with elecampane) + -in1.
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