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Featured: Whole oats better than isolated components for gut health

Isolated prebiotics and polyphenols are sold as gut health supplements, but an intriguing study suggests that whole, unrefined food sources may sometimes be better.

Posted on Mon, 7 Jan 19

Prebiotics and probiotics for irritable bowel syndrome

An updated review of clinical studies found evidence for probiotics for symptom relief, but no clear superiority of any particular product. Current evidence does not strongly support the use of prebiotics.

Posted on Mon, 3 Sep 18

Prebiotics vs. low-FODMAP Diet

Prebiotic supplements have been shown to reduce digestive symptoms, but so has the low-FODMAP diet, which restricts prebiotics. To solve this contradiction a study compared the two strategies directly.

Posted on Mon, 3 Sep 18

Bugs for bugs? Edible insects as prebiotics

Edible insects are emerging as a sustainable, eco-friendly alternative to meat, but health effects beyond basic nutritional value has not been documented. In a novel exploratory study edible crickets were found to have significant prebiotic effects.

Posted on Tue, 13 Jun 17

Phytonutrients and prebiotics improve gut health

A combination of phytonutrients and prebiotic fibre improved gut bacterial profiles and reduced bloating, gas, and abdominal pain.

Posted on Mon, 10 Apr 17

Prebiotic for leaky gut

A clinical trial found that supplementation with a prebiotic reduced blood endotoxin level by 40% and reduced a cardiovascular risk marker.

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