Nutritional & Health Products Food Additives – Science-Backed Ingredients for Supplements & Functional Foods

The nutritional and health products market demands efficacy, purity, and clean labels. Saigao’s food additives for nutritional & health products deliver exactly that – from prebiotic fibers (resistant dextrin, inulin, polydextrose, FOS, GOS, XOS, IMO) that support gut health, to standardized plant extracts for immune and metabolic benefits, and pharmaceutical intermediates for high‑purity API and excipient needs. Maltitol enables great‑tasting sugar‑free chewables and protein bars. Vertically integrated production ensures batch‑to‑batch consistency, traceability, and full disclosure. Elevate your supplements, powders, tablets, and functional foods.

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Nutritional & Health Products

Gut Health & Prebiotic Fibers – For Powders, Gummies & Capsules

Digestive wellness is the #1 reason consumers buy nutritional products. Our fiber and prebiotic portfolio covers every delivery format.

Resistant Dextrin: Highly soluble, neutral taste, and clear in solution. Ideal for:
- Prebiotic fiber powders (stick packs, bulk jars)
- Meal replacement shakes
- Gut‑health gummies and chews
- RTD functional beverages
Inulin (from chicory root): Creamy mouthfeel and prebiotic benefits. Perfect for:
- Capsules and tablets (as a binder or filler)
- Protein powders (improves mixability)
- Bone‑health supplements (enhances calcium absorption)
Polydextrose: Low‑calorie bulking fiber (1 kcal/g) for weight management supplements. Blends well with protein and sweeteners.
Oligosaccharides – FOS, GOS, XOS, IMO: Targeted prebiotic effects at low dosages (1–5 g/day). XOS is especially heat/acid stable – ideal for gummies and chews. GOS mimics human milk oligosaccharides for infant and maternal nutrition.

Dosage flexibility: We supply ingredients in various particle sizes (fine powder for capsules, free‑flowing granules for stick packs). Custom blends available.

Transparency: Each batch includes dietary fiber analysis (AOAC), prebiotic activity data, and heavy metal / microbial testing – ready for your supplement label.

Plant Extracts, Maltitol & Pharmaceutical Intermediates

Plant Extracts, Maltitol & Pharmaceutical Intermediates – Advanced Functionality

Beyond fiber, today’s health products demand targeted actives and superior delivery systems.

Standardized Plant Extracts: Water‑soluble or oil‑soluble grades for maximum bioavailability.
- Green tea extract (EGCG 50–98%) – antioxidant, thermogenic
- Grape seed extract (proanthocyanidins 95%) – cardiovascular health
- Ginseng extract (ginsenosides 10–80%) – energy, immune support
- Lotus leaf extract (flavonoids) – metabolic health
- Ginkgo biloba, milk thistle, and more upon request
- Low‑temperature drying preserves bioactivity. HPLC assay certificates included.
Maltitol (powder or granules): Sugar‑free sweetening for:
- Chewable vitamins and supplements
- Protein and energy bars
- Sugar‑free nutritional gummies
- Low‑calorie powdered drink mixes
- No bitterness, low glycemic (GI = 35), tooth‑friendly
Pharmaceutical Intermediates: For API and excipient manufacturers.
- Fermentation‑derived intermediates with high purity (HPLC > 99%)
- cGMP‑compliant production
- Residual solvent and impurity profiles fully disclosed
- Support for DMF filings and regulatory submissions
- Ideal for anti‑diabetic, gastrointestinal, and metabolic APIs

Pro tip: Combine resistant dextrin (fiber) with green tea extract (antioxidant) and maltitol (sweetness) for a weight‑management powder blend – one formula delivers multiple health benefits.

We provide formulation support for tableting (compressibility, disintegration), encapsulation, and powder blending.

FAQs

FAQ – Nutritional & Health Products with Saigao

Which of your ingredients are best for high‑compression tablet formulations?

Inulin and polydextrose act as excellent dry binders and fillers for direct compression tablets. They provide good flow properties and hardness without sticking. Maltitol (granular grade) also works well for chewable tablets. We provide compressibility profiles, disintegration times, and hardness data for each grade. For pharmaceutical intermediates, we offer micronized particle sizes for uniform blending.

Are your plant extracts suitable for clean‑label and organic supplements?

Yes. Our plant extracts are available with:

Organic (ECOCERT) – for green tea, ginseng, and select botanicals
Non‑GMO Project Verified
Kosher (OU) and Halal (IFANCA)
Solvent‑free certified (CO₂ or water extraction – no residual acetone, ethanol, or hexane)
We disclose all extraction solvents and provide residual solvent analysis. No synthetic carriers or anti‑caking agents unless requested.

Can I use your prebiotic fibers in combination with probiotics (synbiotics)?

Absolutely. Our fibers are compatible with probiotic strains including Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, and Bacillus species. In fact, low levels (1–2 g per serving) can enhance probiotic viability during shelf life by providing a food source. We provide stability data for synbiotic formulations under various storage conditions (ambient, refrigerated). Note: We supply only prebiotic fibers – not probiotics – but we can recommend compatible strains.

Do you provide regulatory support for health claims and international filings?

Yes. Our technical team provides:

Structure/function claim drafts for FDA (e.g., “supports digestive health,” “antioxidant support”)
EFSA Article 13.5 claim dossiers (for fiber, prebiotics, calcium absorption)
CFDA / NMPA documentation for China market
DMF (Drug Master File) support for pharmaceutical intermediates
Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full impurity profiles
Clinical study summaries and published literature