Research
Macro partitioning
Inulin-type fructans selectively stimulate the growth of beneficial gut bacteria, particularly Bifidobacteria, acting as prebiotics.
Regularly consume prebiotic fibers like inulin and oligofructose to support beneficial gut bacteria. Don't obsess over high doses; consistency and your existing gut health are key.
StrongSupportsVERY_HIGH confidence
Fermentation of inulin-type fructans in the large bowel is a selective process; bifidobacteria (and possibly a few other genera) are preferentially stimulated to grow, thus causing significant changes in the composition of the gut microflora by increasing the number of potentially health-promoting bacteria and reducing the number of potentially harmful species.
Why this rating
Extensively studied with consistent findings across many human and animal trials.
Source
Introducing inulin-type fructans
Marcel Roberfroid · British Journal Of Nutrition · 2005
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