Effects of prebiotics on the gut microbiota in vitro associated with functional diarrhea in childrenDiarrhea is one of the most common conditions in children, ranking among the top five causes…
Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) peel extract ameliorates metabolic syndrome risk factors in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: a randomized double-blind clinical trialNon-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a metabolic…
Chronic consumption of a blend of inulin and arabinoxylan reduces energy intake in an ad libitum meal but does not influence perceptions of appetite and satiety: a randomised control-controlled crossover…
According to an article published in the journal Cell Host & Microbe, researchers examined 56 healthy volunteers who had consumed antibiotics, then provided a synbiotic comprising the infant gut microbe, Bifidobacterium longum subspecies…
According to an article published in Nature Reports, researchers examined the effects of regular grape consumption on microbiome composition in 29 healthy subjects after a restricted diet; and then, one…
Global Prebiotic Association Members Approve 5-Year Strategic Plan and Vision at Meeting During Vitafoods Europe Today, the Global Prebiotic Association (GPA) announced that its 5-year strategic plan was approved by…
According to a recent publication as part of the Australian ‘Gut Feelings’ randomized controlled trial, researchers examined 119 adults with moderate psychological distress and low prebiotic food intake in a…
The effect of synbiotic supplementation on hypothyroidism: A randomized double-blind placebo controlled clinical trial Hypothyroidism is a common disease worldwide, affecting up to 5% of the general population. Hypothyroidism is…
This monthly feature provides an overview of some of the latest studies on prebiotics. We’ll share key findings and insights from the studies. Have a study you’d like us to…
According to an Australian study published in the journal Nature Cardiovascular Research, researchers examined the effect of 40 grams of a resistant starch called HAMSAB ( prebiotic acetylated and butyrylated high-amylose…