prebiotics Tag

10 Nov

Posted at 16:18h in Author Interviews

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Your child's digestive system is home to trillions of tiny organisms that help them absorb nutrients, fight off germs, and stay regular.

Those organisms live on the fiber and plant foods your child eats, so a diet low in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can leave them short of what they need. Here's how to close those nutrition gaps to support a healthy gut.

05 Nov

Posted at 18:43h in Gastrointestinal Disease, Supplements

Supplement Notice: These products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition. Supplements are not a substitute for regular medical checkups or professional healthcare. Do not delay seeking medical evaluation or treatment by taking supplements. Some supplements should not be taken if you are pregnant, nursing, or may become pregnant. Supplements may interact with prescription medications and other drugs — always inform your physician or qualified healthcare provider about any and all supplements you are taking. Always consult your healthcare provider before beginning any new supplement regimen, especially if you have an existing health condition or take other medications. Prebiotic fibers such as inulin can increase gas or bloating in some people.

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Bloating is a frequent reason people start reading about gut bacteria, and Akkermansia muciniphila has become a regular name in that reading. This guide separates what the research supports from what product copy can imply, then turns it into a plan you can run yourself. It uses Ellekay, a women's wellness brand whose single product, Morning Skinny, is a digestive support capsule with Akkermansia, nine digestive enzymes and four botanical extracts, as a worked example of label reading. As of November 2026, the human evidence on this bacterium is still early.

Akkermansia muciniphila is a bacterium found in the human gut, and researchers study it as part of the wider microbiome, the community of microbes that live in the digestive tract.

06 May

Posted at 18:58h in Nutrition
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Editor's note:  Serious medical conditions, including colon cancer and thyroid disease, can sometimes present with constipation.  Be sure to check with your health care provider or gastroenterologist to discuss your particular medical concerns.

If you struggle with constipation or irregularity, you might wonder if a fiber supplement could help. Most Americans don't get enough fiber from food alone—but does that mean everyone needs a supplement? In this article, we'll break down what fiber supplements are, how different types work, and who might benefit most from adding them to their routine.

10 Jun

Posted at 02:34h in Author Interviews, Gastrointestinal Disease, Pediatrics, Weight Research
MedicalResearch.com Interview with: [caption id="attachment_35183" align="alignleft" width="150"]Raylene Reimer, PhD, RD Professor, Faculty of Kinesiology University of Calgary Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Cumming School of Medicine Full Scientist Alberta Children's Hospital Research Institute Dr. Reimer[/caption] Raylene Reimer, PhD, RD Professor, Faculty of Kinesiology University of Calgary Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Cumming School of Medicine Full Scientist Alberta Children's Hospital Research Institute MedicalResearch.com: What is the background for this study? Response: The human gut microbiota is a complex and dynamic population of microorganisms that benefit the human host through a variety of microbial activities (e.g. production of vitamins, immune regulation, utilization of dietary fiber). Despite these benefits however, it is now recognized that disruption of the microbiota (dysbiosis) can upset homeostasis and contribute to diseases such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. Manipulation of the gut microbiota to prevent or treat chronic disease is now an area of intense scientific and clinical interest. Dietary prebiotics, such as inulin and oligofructose, are used selectively by host microorganisms to confer a health benefit. Prebiotics have previously been shown to reduce body fat, improve appetite control and reduce blood glucose in adults with overweight or obesity.