Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) and Complete by Juice Plus+

Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are an indigestible carbohydrate which we humans do not have the right enzymes to break down (an insoluble fibre). Both soluble and insoluble fibre are important for the human diet. Australia’s fibre recommendations are 25g per day for women and 30g per day for men.

Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) also can be used as low calorie sweetener alternatives or added into prebiotic supplements. Our Complete does contain natural sweeteners as well as prebiotics. 

Plant-foods such as asparagus, banana, glue agave chicory, tomatoes, onions and wheat and grains (as well as other fruits, vegetables) naturally contain FOS. Juice Plus+ products do contain some of these ingredients so therefore, Fructooligosaccharides would be present. Our Vanilla Complete has 5.7g soluble and 2g insoluble fibre (7.7g total) per serve and our Chocolate Complete has 5.7g soluble and 2.1g insoluble fibre (7.8g total) per serve. Read more about Complete’s nutritional information here.

If you have any concerns regarding fructooligosaccharides and your fibre intake, we recommend seeing your healthcare professional/nutritionist to determine whether this product is suitable for you.