what is fructooligosaccharide from chicory root
Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) also known as oligofructose or oligofructan, is a class of oligosaccharides used as an artificial or alternative sweetener in food products. FOS is extracted from fruits and vegetables like bananas, onions, chicory root, garlic, asparagus, barley, wheat, tomatoes, and leeks. [1]. History.