Non-reducing saccharides, their preparation and use

Abstract

.alpha.-Isomaltosyl .alpha.-isomaltoside represented by O-.alpha.-D-glucopyranosyl -(1.fwdarw.6)-.alpha.-D-glucopyranosyl O-.alpha.-D-glucopyranosyl-(1.fwdarw.6) -.alpha.-D-glucopyranoside is a novel non-reducing saccharide which promotes the growth of bifid bacteria, has an anti-caries activity, and promotes the mineral absorption. Similarly as the non-reducing saccharide, .alpha.-isomaltosyl .alpha.-glucoside and .alpha.-isomaltotriosyl .alpha.-glucoside can be also used to prevent caries and promote the growth of bifid bacteria and the mineral absorption. These saccharides can be used alone or in combination in a variety of foods, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

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