noun
- A polysaccharide carbohydrate found in the roots and tubers of many plants, used in food production and as a dietary fiber supplement.
Usage: uncountable; technical/scientific
Examples
- Inulin is extracted from chicory root and used as a natural sweetener in many processed foods.
- The dietary supplement contains inulin to promote digestive health.
- Artichokes are a good natural source of inulin.
- Food manufacturers add inulin to increase fiber content without adding sugar.
- Inulin acts as a prebiotic, feeding beneficial bacteria in the gut.