Nestlé is the first company to launch a dairy product containing prebiotic fibers coming from the intrinsic lactose found in milk.
Made from cow’s milk, it has all the essential nutrients found in milk such as proteins, vitamins, and minerals. In addition, it contains prebiotic fibers, has a low lactose content, and has over 15% fewer calories.
As people age, they need nutrients to maintain their health and well-being. Therefore, to support healthy aging, Nestlé launched N3 milks, which include two products enriched with vitamins, minerals and probiotics to support health, growth, and muscle strength, as well as immunity.
To develop N3 milk, Nestlé used a proprietary technology to reduce lactose through enzymes, resulting in the production of beneficial prebiotic fibers. Clinical studies showed that these fibers promote the growth of multiple types of bifidobacteria by up to three-fold, delivering gut microbiome benefits in healthy adults. Benefiting from its powerful research and development team in Singapore and Switzerland, Nestlé is the first company to offer prebiotic milk production using the natural lactose found in milk.
“We are excited to launch this science-based innovation that contains all the key nutrients of milk, but is low in lactose and contains special prebiotic fibers that are associated with various health benefits. This milk will serve as a base for the next generation of nutritious products which will benefit many consumers including people with lactose intolerance, and those who want to improve their gastro-intestinal health,” said Stefan Palzer, Nestlé Chief Technology Officer.
The milk has been introduced in a new range of powdered milks in China under the N3 brand, which includes a full cream and a skimmed milk product, both of which are high in protein to support a well-balanced diet for the entire family. The research and development team in Beijing is using this technology to produce special dairy products for local consumers.
Reference:
https://www.nestle.com/media/news/nutrition-n3-milk-product-launch
