Escola Superior de Biotecnologia - Universidade Católica Portuguesa  

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Snack-a-Tummy

Red Alcobaça apple chewies with fermented milk, tyndallised probiotics and postbiotic concentrate

Snack-a-Tummy is a mission-driven functional snack developed for children (but enjoyable for everyone!). It is positioned in the fermented milk category. This product responds to the growing demand for practical, balanced and healthy snacks, combining convenience, nutritional value and a differentiated consumption experience. Snack-a-Tummy is presented in a practical two-compartment format. The main compartment contains a stirred fermented milk, enriched with tyndallized L. rhamnosus GG and its postbiotic concentrate. Both these ingredients are essential components for supporting the balance of children's intestinal microbiota. The second compartment contains chewy apple sticks made from pomace powder and Red Alcobaça PGI apple puree, showcasing a commitment to natural ingredients and a sustainable approach using high-quality by-products. Snack-a-Tummy has a Nutri-Score A rating and is a source of calci um, rich in fibre and protein, while being gluten-free. It is a nutritionally complete solution that combines technological innovation in probiotic fermentation with the valorisation of national food industry by-products. With a shelf life of 18 days and recommended storage between 2-4 °C (refrigerated), Snack-a-Tummy is available in major supermarkets and on e-commerce platforms. Snack-a-Tummy is a disruptive product that offers more than just a convenient option - it is a nutritious product with a purpose: “nurturing kids and nature, one snack at a time.”