What Is Solnul®, and What Are Its Benefits?

To put it simply, Solnul® is a clinically studied, multi-function fiber. It feeds Bifidobacterium—a form of gut bacteria—which helps repair the gut lining and support healthy digestion and the overall health of your gastrointestinal (GI) tract. One way to get Solnul® is through a high-quality, organic, preservative-free greens powder supplement like Gut & Green Superfoods! 

What Are the Benefits of Solnul®? 

Solnul® has a prebiotic effect, which increases the abundance of bifidobacterium and akkermansia in your GI tract, enhances the function of your gut lining, helps reduce constipation and diarrhea, decreases collagen breakdown, and more. These outcomes support a healthy microbiome and contribute to digestive health.

Is Solnul® Safe? 

Yes! Solnul® is safe. It’s allergen-free, FODMAP friendly, certified gluten-free (by Beyond Celiac), glyphosate residue free, non-GMO, and kosher. It is free of any additives, sugar alcohols, gums, or preservatives. It is clinically proven to improve gi health overall and is friendly for allergen-free and FODMAP diets!

The ingredients in Solnul® are also sustainably sourced. Solnul® is a proprietary product made by MSP Starch Products Inc., a leading industry expert in resistant potato starch. When the potato manufacturing industry collects and cuts potatoes, the water used to cut these potatoes becomes concentrated in starch. MSP then reclaims the starchy water from a third-party, food-grade manufacturer and brings it in-house as the raw material. Once it’s in-house, the Solnul® team has a proprietary process to remove the starch from the water and gently dry it to upcycle it into Solnul®, which preserves the valuable RS2 (resistant potato starch) that comes from the unmodified granules. The clean water is then returned to the reservoir to feed crops! Additionally, Solnul® is an Upcycled Certified™ ingredient, meaning it meets the rigorous standards set by the Upcycled Certified™ program.  

Additionally, Solnul® is an Upcycled Certified™ ingredient, aligning with sustainability goals and offering industry insights into functional ingredients and food formats that improve host physiology. From sustainability standards to manufacturing practices, Solnul® is a safe, gut-healthy, allergen-friendly product!

Does Resistant Starch Heal The Gut? 

Yes, resistant starch can help heal the gut. It promotes a healthy gut microbiome, regulates digestion, and has the potential to reduce histamine levels. Solnul® belongs to the resistant starch categories known to support gut microbiome composition and reduce symptoms related to irritable bowel syndrome.

Solnul® is a resistant potato starch designed as a prebiotic ingredient to nourish the microbiome. It’s a concentrated form of resistant starch that undergoes fermentation, contributing to microbial balance and healing the gut lining. Its impact on leaky gut and its ability to influence metabolic markers tie into broader concerns like metabolic syndrome and proper immune system function. Here’s how resistant starch like Solnul® works in your gut: 

1. It feeds the microbiome. Fiber that is insoluble (not able to be dissolved) but fermentable (the ability to be fermented/broken down) is resistant to digestion. Since it cannot be digested, it feeds your gut microbiome, creating a prebiotic effect through slow fermentation. 

2. It repairs the gut lining. The ecological effects of Solnul® improve the permeability of your intestines, reducing the amount of circulating histamine levels but increasing the beneficial Akkermansia levels. Akkermansia is a beneficial bacterium found in your gut that thrives on the protective layer of your intestines and has been shown to increase the production of GLP-1, which is a hormone that helps regulate your body’s blood sugar levels and weight management. 

3. It impacts more than your gut health. Resistant starch can also help decrease skin collagen breakdown and reduce free fatty acid levels (which is a marker of insulin sensitivity). There is a gut-skin axis, which refers to the bidirectional communication between your GI tract and your skin—what you digest impacts your skin health! Similarly, what you digest impacts your mental health.

How Much Potato Starch Should I Take Daily? 

The suggested dietary target (SDT) of resistant starch is 20 grams per day. Right now, the average American only gets 4 grams—20% of the SDT—from diet alone. This is where supplementation can play a big part in optimal health! 

You do not have to start at 20 grams per day! A daily serving of just 3.5 grams of Solnul® is clinically proven to be effective. It’s acceptable (and perhaps even recommended) to increase your dosage over time until you reach 20 grams per day. Other ways to get resistant starch into your diet outside of Solnul® are: 

• Legumes - beans, lentils, and peas are great sources of resistant starch.

• Whole grains - oats, barley, brown rice, and quinoa.

• Green bananas - AKA unripe bananas! They contain higher levels of resistant starch.

• Raw potatoes - potatoes, in general, are a good source of resistant starch; they just contain more when they’re raw. 

• Nuts and seeds, in particular, cashews and peanuts ,contain resistant starch. 

Additionally, cooking high-starch foods like rice, potatoes, and pasta and then immediately cooling them increases their resistant starch. For maximum benefits, consume these items cold or reheat them slowly and gently (not on high heat or long microwave increments). 

It’s important to note that while Solnul® and other resistant starches are generally well-tolerated, people respond differently. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to the amount you should have, so it’s best to do what feels best for your body (but not to exceed the SDT). 

Gut and Green Superfoods contains 4 grams of Solnul® in every serving, as well as a whole host of other organic, high-quality gut health ingredients, vitamins, and minerals. Start with a small amount and work your way up for optimal prebiotic tolerability, avoiding adverse events as your body adapts. Remember, the goal is long-term digestive wellness.

Conclusion

Solnul® is a high-quality, clinically studied and proven multi-functional fiber that is low dose, FODMAP friendly, multi-functional (it has a double action effect on IBS related symptoms with a reduction in daily occurrences of constipation and diarrhea), is ambilateral (it arrives in the large intestine intact like an insoluble fiber, but is fermentable like soluble fiber), is clinically-proven through human clinical trials, and is neutral in color, flavor, and texture. These benefits are why we chose to add it to our Gut and Green Superfoods! 

Gut and Green Superfoods is a greens powder chock-full of organic greens, clinically studied health ingredients like Solnul®, and a clinically studied anti-aging ingredient that also supports digestion, immunity, longevity, natural energy, and overall health. There are also no gums, added sugar or sugar alcohols, artificial ingredients, artificial colors, preservatives, etc. It is vegan, non-GMO, and completely clean! It’s also third-party tested and designed to support your overall digestion. Not to mention, it has a delicious green apple flavor! Ready for your gut to reach optimal health? Grab Gut and Green Superfoods today!