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 Probiotics and Prebiotics
Eating right can be confusing. In the case of probiotics versus prebiotics, this is especially the case. In the last few years, food manufacturers have been trying to convince you that you need to consume more probiotics. The live bacteria in yogurt (probiotics) and other dairy products have been linked to good health. But you should not ignore the importance of prebiotics, because they make probiotics more effective.
Probiotics are bacteria that live and thrive in your gut and can help regulate healthy gastrointestinal functioning. However, these live bacteria die regularly. That means they need to be replaced regularly. This is only one of several differences between probiotics and prebiotics. Pre or Pro? Which Should You Choose?
A prebiotic nourishes the "good bacteria" that already exist in your colon. This plant fiber is very specialized, acting as sort of a fertilizer for the friendly bacteria that probiotics introduce. They maximize the effect of the probiotics you consume, improving your "good to bad bacteria" ratio.
The stomach acid and heat found in your gastrointestinal system do not affect prebiotics. Also, aside from the intestinal benefits probiotics deliver, prebiotics lead to fewer occurrences of depression, stress, and anxiety. What Foods Do You Eat For Prebiotics and Probiotics?
Both prebiotics and probiotics can be found in dietary supplements. Yogurt and some dairy products are rich in probiotics. Dark chocolate, sauerkraut, pickles, kimchee, and miso soup also deliver high levels of probiotics naturally. Asparagus, bananas, red wine (taken in moderation of course), legumes, Jerusalem artichokes, maple syrup, and oatmeal all deliver significant levels of prebiotics.
Prebiotics are the fertilizer that helps probiotics function more effectively. Can you improve your digestive health by taking probiotics without eating foods rich in prebiotics? Yes, you definitely can. Eat more of the foods rich in probiotics daily, and you can experience positive digestive tract changes as quickly as a few days. If you believe in probiotics, prebiotics make them work better. They also deliver mood-controlling and stress-relieving benefits and offer other positive neurological benefits. Other articles |
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