The "Secret Ingredient" in SPC ProVital Juice for Optimal Bowel Health

We know as we get older it’s important to continue to eat healthy foods to maintain good health. With ageing, appetite can change, and it may become increasingly difficult to buy groceries and prepare meals. Not eating enough of the foods you need every day can mean that you may not meet your requirements of essential vitamins, minerals, macronutrients and fibre.

Fibre is especially important as it helps with bowel regularity and stabilising blood glucose and cholesterol levels. Eating enough fibre is also related to a reduced risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, certain cancers and diabetes. Most Australians do not eat enough fibre daily, with the average intake being about 20–25g per day. The recommendation for fibre daily for adults is 30g per day for men and 25g per day for women.

It is even more important for older Australians to consume the recommended amount as the digestive system slows down with age. Increasing how much fibre we consume, as well as drinking more fluids and regular exercise, can all help maintain good bowel health. Good sources of fibre include wholegrain cereals, fruits, vegetables and legumes. Consuming a diet low in fibre can contribute to many conditions including constipation, which is even more likely as we get older due to lifestyle factors like a change in routine, reliance on regular medications and decreased activity.

Pear Juice is also widely used for the management and treatment of constipation. The key ingredients in Pear Juice are the natural fruit sugars sorbitol and fructose. These sugars have an osmotic effect, meaning they draw water into the bowel and help soften the stool. SPC ProVital Pear Juice contains these natural fruit sugars, contributing to its natural effect on laxation. It is also made from 100% Australian Fruit, with no added sugars, preservatives or added colours. SPC ProVital is a tasty and convenient way to add some variety to the day and, combined with a high fibre diet, will help keep your digestive system healthy.

The Importance of the antioxidant “Lycopene” in our SPC ProVital Tomato Juice

Lycopene is an antioxidant naturally found in certain foods, including tomatoes. A diet high in antioxidants may reduce the risk of many diseases including heart disease and certain types of cancers. It has been found that eating a diet high in lycopene may reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer in men. Just another great reason to include the SPC ProVital Tomato Juice in your day.

Food Safety & Accessible Packaging

The two other key features of the SPC ProVital Portion Control Juices in both the Pear and Tomato varieties are its food safe appeal by being 100% Australian grown and made, as well as portioned accessible packaging for infection control and ease of opening.

The current worldwide pandemic has had an impact on our lifestyles that will linger for some time. Prioritising hygiene remains a concern for Australian consumers as we adapt our routines. It is now more important than ever for the food and beverage industry to provide safe food choices that support our local agricultural economy.

SPC ProVital Juice cups have been specifically developed in collaboration with Arthritis Australia’s Accessible Design Division and aim to provide an accessible fruit juice for consumers with fine motor skill difficulties. This innovative package provides an optimised seal to reduce opening force while guaranteeing food safety. The use of individually sealed portion-controlled cups is ideal for infection control management as it reduces the risk of food handling-related infection. It also reduces waste associated with the use of bulk formats where you would have to individually portion out the serves.

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