What are the health benefits and physiological effects associated with the consumption of prebiotics on gut microbiota and overall well-being?

Prebiotics are certain types of soluble fibers that act as food for the bacteria in the gut. These fibers travel undigested to the colon, where they ferment and feed the gut flora.

Benefits

• Feed and increase good bacteria

• Help to suppress bad bacteria

• Decrease hunger

• Decrease insulin resistance

• Decrease cortisol

Where to get them

You can get prebiotics from the following foods:

• Garlic

• Onion

• Asparagus

• Leeks

• Dandelion greens

• Artichokes

• Chicory root

• Cultured vegetables