Novaberin™

The 3-in-1 benefits stack for metabolic health*

Science-backed botanical support for metabolic health*

Novaberin™ is a clinically studied botanical formula designed to support multiple aspects of metabolic health* in one convenient solution. The ingredient supports healthy weight management, healthy blood sugar and lipid levels for consumers navigating evolving lifelong wellness and GLP-1-related health journeys.1 This patent-pending formula combines Barberry (Berberis aristata) and Amla fruit (Phyllanthus emblica) in a powdered format.

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Benefits

Weight management
Blood glucose health
Metabolic health support
Cholesterol support

A multi-benefit solution for today’s consumer

Today, 40% of consumers are taking products to address cardiovascular health, metabolic health* and weight management2 and supplements with metabolic health claims have grown by 85%.3 This growing adoption of GLP-1 therapies is reshaping consumer expectations and creating new wellness journeys before, during and after treatment. As a result, consumers are increasingly seeking convenient, science-backed solutions that support metabolic health* beyond weight management alone. Novaberin™ addresses this demand with clinically supported benefits across healthy weight management, healthy blood sugar and lipid levels in a small dose, taken twice daily.

Clinically researched:

research shows significant improvements across key metabolic health* markers

Three-in-one benefit support:

supports healthy weight management, healthy blood sugar and lipid levels

Convenient daily dose:

effective in a small daily dose of 250 mg, twice daily with a meal

Responsibly sourced:

Responsibly cultivated in India with full identity documentation and traceability

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The science behind

Novaberin™

Clinically studied metabolic health* benefits

Novaberin™ was clinically researched in overweight and obese pre-diabetic individuals over six months and demonstrated statistically significant improvements across multiple weight management and metabolic health* markers. These included reductions in body weight, waist circumference, body mass index (BMI), HbA1c, fasting plasma glucose, HDL, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. These results make it an ideal ingredient for supporting overall metabolic health* throughout adult lifespan.

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Novaberin™

responsible sourcing

Responsibly sourced botanicals from India

The botanicals used in Novaberin™ are responsibly sourced in India with a strong focus on traceability, authenticity and quality assurance. Through close partnerships across the supply chain, Givaudan helps ensure transparency and identity verification. This sourcing approach aligns with Givaudan’s commitment to responsible ingredient sourcing and long-term sustainability initiatives. 

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Botanical heritage meets modern metabolic wellness

Barberry is a thorny shrub native to the Himalayas, Southern Tibet and central India. Historically, the root, bark, and berries were valued for supporting digestive and liver health.4

Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, is native to the Indian subcontinent and has been used in Ayurvedic practices for thousands of years. Traditionally classified as a Rasayana (rejuvenative), amla has been used to promote vitality, support digestion and immunity, and maintain healthy hair and skin.5

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Novaberin™

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Novaberin™ is effective and convenient, offering three clinically researched metabolic health* benefits in a single formula.
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The science behind Novaberin™

The science-backed botanical ingredient for metabolic health

Results from clinical research in overweight pre-diabetic individuals show that Novaberin™ supports multiple aspects of metabolic health, including healthy weight management, blood glucose and lipid support.¹ Standardized for efficacy, Novaberin™ was developed to deliver clinically meaningful benefits in a convenient solution.  

In a randomized, placebo-controlled clinical study, overweight pre-diabetic adults supplemented 250 mg Novaberin™ twice daily with a meal for six months.¹ The research demonstrated statistically significant improvements across several metabolic health* markers compared to placebo. 

14.8%
reduction in HbA1c

Weight management²

Clinical findings showed significant changes in body weight and composition. Subjects taking Novaberin™ showed ¹:

  1. 6.9% reduction in body weight (4.8 kg or roughly 10 lbs)
  2. 6.95% reduction in BMI
  3. 2.7% reduction in waist circumference

Blood sugar

The research showed significant reductions in key markers of glucose metabolism ¹:

  1. 14.8% reduction in HbA1c
  2. 28.9% reduction in post-meal glucose
  3. 10.9% reduction in fasting plasma glucose
  4. 47% reduction in HOMA-IR (Homeostatic Model Assessment of Insulin Resistance)
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Lipid profile

The clinical research also demonstrated significant changes in key lipid markers associated with cardiovascular and metabolic health.*¹

  1. 22.1% reduction in triglycerides
  2. 17.4% reduction in LDL cholesterol
  3. 9.1% increase in HDL cholesterol
  4. 10.1% reduction in total cholesterol
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Novaberin™ Responsible Sourcing

Traceable sourcing in a high-demand market

As the demand for berberine has grown, so, too has the risk of adulteration. As part of our commitment to responsible sourcing, Novaberrin™ is developed with carefully selected botanical partners who support sustainable practices, transparency and quality throughout the supply chain.  

"Givaudan is committed to traceability and responsible harvesting practices that honor our long-term commitment to people, quality and biodiversity."

Rajeesh Nair, Global Category Buyer, Nutrition & Health

Our Commitment

Botanical stewardship

We use a carefully controlled sourcing and extraction process for Novaberin™ to ensure consistent quality, authenticity and full traceability from origin to finished product. Amla  is cultivated in India by small-scale farmers and harvested by hand using limited pesticides and fertilizers, supporting traditional agricultural practices and local communities. Barberry stem and root wood are collected from wild or semi-managed populations under government permit, helping to ensure responsible harvesting and biodiversity preservation. 

A strong and sustainable supply chain

Novaberin™ is sourced through a supply network designed to ensure quality, authenticity and long-term sustainability. Supported by traceable supply chains, botanical authentication and standardized testing, every stage of the journey from origin to finished extract is carefully controlled. Through partnerships with farming and forest-based collection communities, responsible harvesting and cultivation practices help support local livelihoods while promoting biodiversity and conservation. This transparent sourcing approach provides customers with confidence in the consistency, quality and integrity of Novaberin™. 

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Enhanced nutrition in any application

OatWell™ offers multiple functional benefits for food formulations, making it a versatile ingredient and allowing for fibre fortification in many applications, including bread, crackers, pastas, sweet baked goods and extruded snacks.

OatWell™ behaves as a natural stabiliser/emulsifier, making it an ideal ingredient for clean label strategies, while its high viscosity can deliver thickening properties. In applications such as bakery or processed meats, it exhibits water binding capacities, which hold potential for fat reduction. For classic applications, such as crackers and cereals, it can add a satisfying crisp.
11.4g
of OatWell™ BG28 delivers: 3g of oat beta glucan, 5.6g of dietary fibre and only 32Kcal

Designed for your formulation needs

The Oatwell™ range offers varying levels of total dietary fibre, oat beta-glucan and protein content, as well as different particle sizes. Its unique characteristics make it easy to incorporate in application while meeting taste and nutritional targets for a truly enjoyable consumer experience.

Baked goods

  • Easy to incorporate
  • Water binding capacity and moisture retention help extend shelf life
  • Can be mixed in binder syrup to provide thickness
  • High viscosity delivers thickening properties and texture
  • Enables some fat reduction in cakes
  • Improves overall nutritional profile

Extruded cereals / Snacks

  • Easy to incorporate
  • Excellent format to deliver high content of oat beta-glucan and fibre
  • Good expansion properties
  • Lighter, aerated and crispy texture
  • No colour impact
  • Improves overall nutritional profile

Pasta

  • Easy to incorporate
  • Water binding
  • Comparable texture to regular pasta
  • Improves overall nutritional profile

RTM Powders

  • Free flowing and easy to blend
  • Good dispersion
  • Can deliver added mouthfeel
  • Texture may add to perception of satiety
  • Improves overall nutritional profile

A little product for a lot of nutrition

Our OatWell™ Bran BG28 has over 50% total fibre and 28% beta-glucan. This beta-glucan is a powerful fibre and can help achieve different health claims around the globe. For example in the US, using the heart health claim requires delivering 3g of beta-glucan/day. 

Unique properties to deliver unmatched benefits from oats

For over 30 years, OatWell™ has been researched to develop innovative oat products. Much of our work has focused on proving the health benefits of oat beta-glucans in order to deliver premium value to our customers.

A unique nutritional profile

Generally considered healthier and more nutritious than the other main cereals, oats offer a full range of benefits in a single ingredient. OatWell™ can be provided in three different concentrations of beta-glucans, all delivering both soluble and insoluble fibres, along with an average of 21% - 23% protein.

A proprietary production process

OatWell™ uses a unique production process to fractionate the oat kernel into three product lines: beta-glucan products, oat flours, and oat oils. Our production process preserves the native structure of oat beta-glucans, retaining their high molecular weight during fractionation into oat brans with a high amount of beta-glucans.

The importance of high molecular weight

The molecular weight of oat beta-glucan is essential to delivering health benefits. OatWell™'s beta-glucan has a very high molecular weight (2000-2500 kDa as naturally found in oats), which contributes to its unique viscosity and thickening properties. This viscosity has an important impact on physiological functions, such as reducing blood cholesterol levels, moderating blood glucose and insulin levels, and potentially benefiting satiety.

Benefits of OatWell’s high molecular weight:

  • Ability to effectively reduce cholesterol and maintain healthy blood sugar levels compared to low molecular weight alternatives
  • High viscosity – thickening properties
  • Excellent water-binding properties
  • Potential to replace fat in product formulations

Unlocking the potential of dietary fibres and oat beta-glucan

Dietary fibre is an essential part of a healthy diet, promoting digestive health and providing a range of benefits that can help maintain overall wellbeing. Found in fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes, dietary fibres are carbohydrates that cannot be digested by the body.

Nutrition Facts Label: FDA definition of “dietary fibre”

"non-digestible soluble and insoluble carbohydrates (with 3 or more monomeric units), and lignin that are intrinsic and intact in plants; isolated or synthetic non-digestible carbohydrates (with 3 or more monomeric units) determined by FDA to have physiological effects that are beneficial to human health."⁸

Soluble Fibers

Soluble fibres are dispersible in water. Fibres with high molecular weight, such as OatWell™, transform into a gel-like substance as they move through the digestive tract, where they are fermented by beneficial bacteria.⁹ This type of fibre is known to reduce cholesterol levels, particularly LDL (bad cholesterol)¹⁰, and manage blood glucose levels⁷ making it particularly beneficial for those concerned with heart health and healthy blood glucose. When soluble fibre, such as that found in Oatwell™, is digested by beneficial bacteria in the large intestine, it acts as a prebiotic.¹¹ As a result of digestion, short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) are released in the colon and serve as a nutrition source for the colon’s own cells.

Oat beta-glucans

One exceptional soluble fibre is beta-glucan, a natural, indigestible polysaccharide found in oats, barley, yeast, bacteria, algae, and mushrooms. Oats are particularly rich in beta-glucan, with concentrations ranging from 3-5% depending on the variety. Oat bran, produced by removing the starchy content of the grain, contains the highest concentration of beta-glucan, offering numerous health benefits for cardiovascular health⁵ ⁶, glycaemic response⁷ and the gut microbiome.⁴

Insoluble fibres

Insoluble fibres, on the other hand, do not dissolve in water as they pass through the digestive system. They help promote regular bowel movements, helping the stool pass more quickly through the intestines, which studies indicate is associated with a reduced risk of colorectal cancer.¹² By delivering both insoluble and soluble dietary fibres, including beta-glucans,¹³  OatWell™ helps meet consumer expectations for nutritious and delightful food experiences while promoting overall wellbeing. Embrace the power of these natural ingredients to create food experiences that truly resonate with today's health-conscious consumers.

Prebiotic support for the gut microbiome

Oat fibre contributes to improved gut health by increasing faecal bulk, but there’s more to the story. OatWell™ oat bran fibre has prebiotic effects, promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria. These bacteria produce short-chain fatty acids like butyrate and propionate, which have been associated with anti-inflammatory, and cholesterol-lowering properties.²⁰

What is a prebiotic?

Prebiotics are substrates that are selectively utilised by host microorganisms that confer a health benefit. Simply put, they are food for beneficial microbes that live in the human gut. These microbes can produce short chain fatty acids, which are considered beneficial compounds. Most prebiotics are dietary fibres, but not all dietary fibres are prebiotics. Many prebiotic fibres are soluble and some are insoluble.¹¹

The prebiotic effects of oat bran fibre have been validated through years of research. In a review by Malkki and Virtanen, they cite: “in the large bowel, soluble dietary fibre increases the fermentation activity, especially production of butyric acid, enhances growth and colonisation of some probiotic bacterial strains, increases production of microbial mass and thereby aids the removal of nitrogen via faeces. It also increases wet weight of stools, thereby alleviating constipation”.²¹

Research conducted on oat beta-glucan demonstrates that it meets three important criteria, confirming its status as a prebiotic fibre:¹ ²

  • helps produce Short Chain Fatty Acids (SCFAs): acetate, propionate and butyrate³
  • increases lactic acid as well as bifidobacteria and lactobacilli³
  • increases faecal bulk and promotes proper gut function⁴
By nurturing the gut microbiome, OatWell™ is an ideal ally for creating healthy and delightful food experiences that optimize wellbeing from within.
Disclaimer
This web page is intended to provide business-to-business education and information. Its purpose is not intended to communicate to end consumers. Ingredient information is for educational purposes only; specific ingredients are not intended to prevent, treat, mitigate or cure any disease states. This information is not intended to be used in final consumer products and any use or reference of the intellectual property of Givaudan in the final product may only be made with Givaudan’s prior written permission. The information provided may or may not be applicable to, or satisfy, all regulatory requirements for all global regions. Specific regulatory requirements must be evaluated to ensure compliance within the individual countries and regions.

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