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Soluble versus insoluble fibre
Guar bean fibres are classed as soluble dietary fibre — a type of fibre that dissolves in water and forms a gel-like substance. Together with insoluble fibre, they form a valuable part of a fibre-rich, varied diet. Examples of soluble fibre include guar bean fibre and psyllium; insoluble fibre can be found in, among other things, wheat bran and wholegrains.

Guar bean: a natural source of fibre
The guar plant (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba) grows naturally in dry regions of India and needs remarkably little to thrive. Thanks to this resilience, it is a sustainable crop choice. The beans and leaves of this plant have been part of the Indian diet for thousands of years.

Galactomannan as the primary fibre structure
The dietary fibres from guar beans consist largely of galactomannan. This is a carbohydrate structure made up of long chains of sugar molecules: mannose (the main chain) and galactose (the side branches). Naturally, galactomannan occurs in long chains that, when combined with water, form a thick and viscous mass.

Sunfiber®: soluble fibre with the ideal chain length
Sunfiber® is produced from galactomannan and undergoes a carefully controlled process of partial hydrolysis. During this process, the long fibre chains are shortened with the help of a natural enzyme into smaller structures of an optimal length. The result is a fibre that dissolves well in water. Sunfiber® is now the most researched water-soluble fibre in the world.

Neutral taste, light texture and excellent solubility
Sunfiber®’s precisely calibrated chain length delivers a unique combination of properties:
- Exceptionally good solubility in both cold and hot liquids
- Neutral taste and texture, with no aftertaste or odour
- Low viscosity, so no thick or syrupy consistency

Where ordinary guar gum can form a thick, sticky texture, Sunfiber® remains light and smooth. Even at higher dosages, it retains its clear, fluid character. Thanks to its neutral taste and smell, it blends effortlessly into water, shakes, yoghurt or other foods, without affecting flavour or texture.

Very well tolerated and low-FODMAP
Partly thanks to its excellent solubility and low dosing threshold, Sunfiber® is certified as low-FODMAP. This means it fits within a FODMAP-restricted diet, making it suitable for people who consciously choose to avoid certain fermentable carbohydrates.

Sustainably grown, rooted in rich traditions
Sunfiber®’s journey begins on the dry agricultural lands of north-west India, in the state of Rajasthan. In villages such as Mokheri, around 50,000 farming families have been cultivating the guar plant for generations — a modest yet powerful legume that thrives with minimal water.

After the monsoon, farmers sow their crops and then wait one hundred days for the pods to ripen. Harvesting is done entirely by hand, and the plants are sun-dried in the fields. This traditional approach preserves the quality of the plant and its fibres, letting nature do the work.

Only a non-genetically modified plant variety is used, with respect for soil health, biodiversity and local communities. What’s more, long-term partnerships contribute to a stable income and better future prospects for farming families in the region.

Natural fibre, expertly processed for optimal quality
After harvesting, a refined production process begins. In a specially developed facility, guar seed flour is dissolved in purified water from a reverse osmosis system. Carefully measured enzymes are then added for a gentle enzymatic hydrolysis.

Over thirteen hours, the fibre chains are naturally shortened to their optimal length. The mixture is then sterilised using a process comparable to pasteurisation, and subsequently spray-dried into a fine, white powder.

Clean, controlled and fully traceable
After drying, the product undergoes a final quality check. A powerful magnetic filter removes any possible metal particles, after which Sunfiber® is packaged under pharmaceutical-grade controlled conditions. Each batch receives a unique code, making the product fully traceable from raw material to final packaging.

Sunfiber® therefore offers not only a reliable, pure fibre, but also the assurance of a product made with care and integrity — a perfect balance between craftsmanship and science.

Other information

EAN: (450 gram) 8717438693552

Ingredients
Guar bean fibre (Sunfiber® AG, Cyamopsis tetragonoloba).

Take 1 to 2 scoops per day. Mixes well with (200 ml) water, hot drinks (coffee or tea) and foods such as porridge oats or yoghurt. Leave the mixture to stand briefly so the fibres can fully dissolve. Preferably take during a meal. Do not exceed the recommended dosage. Measuring scoop included.

Storage
Store in a dry, dark place at room temperature (15–25°C). Keep out of the reach and sight of young children.

This product is a food supplement.

Do not exceed the recommended dosage.

A varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important. A food supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet.

Keep out of the reach of young children.

Store dry, sealed and at room temperature, unless otherwise advised on the label.

Consult a healthcare professional before using supplements if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication, or have an illness.