India, Dec. 3 -- Marking a significant step toward healthier and more sustainable food solutions, Dr Srishti Mathur, Assistant Professor, Shoolini University, has developed the first biotechnological method to produce xylitol-a natural, low-calorie sweetener. The diabetic-friendly alternative is created by converting brewer's spent grain (BSG), the primary by-product of beer production, into a high-value, eco-friendly sugar substitute. Dr Mathur talks more about the research, the challenges involved, and the patents received in interaction with NUFFOODS Spectrum India

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