Product Features :
- Oligofructose-enriched inulin (Inulin-FOS)
- 2 grams of inulin-FOS per 3-capsule serving
- Sourced from chicory root
- Adjustable dosing
Unique Features :
- Tailored combination of longer and shorter chain inulin for optimal prebiotic effect.
- Extracted through hot water processing.
- Tested in several human studies.
What are prebiotics?
Prebiotics are types of dietary fibers that nourish and promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut. Unlike probiotics, which are live microorganisms introduced into the gut, prebiotics are not living organisms themselves. Instead, they act as a source of food for the beneficial bacteria already present in the gut.
Benefits of Prebiotic:
Inulin and FOS are two types of soluble fibers with prebiotic properties, with inulin being a long-chain molecule and FOS being a short-chain molecule. Inulin-FOS selectively nourishes Bifidobacterium - a highly competitive and efficient genus of probiotic bacteria.
Inulin-FOS in Prebiotic has been shown to:
- Promote digestive health by stimulating the growth of beneficial Bifidobacteria for improved overall digestive health and regularity.
- Support a healthy gut environment by contributing to the lowering of gut pH which limits the growth of unfavourable bacteria and pathogens such as Candida albicans and E. coli.
- Enhance nutritional status by increasing the absorption of certain nutrients such as calcium, magnesium, iron and zinc.
- Support the immune system by stimulating the growth of Bifidobacteria which compete with pathogens in the gut and contribute to immune cell production.
- Assist with weight management by promoting the feelings of fullness, thus reducing overall food intake, and supporting the regulation of blood sugar levels.
- Support cardiovascular health by limiting cholesterol absorption and encouraging its elimination.
References
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