Prebiotic effect of oligofructose after 2 weeks supplementation with a low dose: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, cross-over study

Prebiotic effect of oligofructose after 2 weeks supplementation with a low dose: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, cross-over study

Inulin and oligofructose are prebiotic dietary fibers which affect gut microbiota and thereby host health. We aimed to demonstrate that 2.5 g/d oligofructose can lead to a significant increase in bifidobacteria thereby contributing to host health.64 volunteers were randomized to consume 2.5 g/d Oraf...

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Main Authors: Jessica Van Harsselaar, Yvonne Mödinger, Tanita Dharsono, Daniel Menzel, Stephan Theis, Christiane Schön
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2024-08-01
Series:Journal of Functional Foods
Subjects:
Prebiotic
Fructan
Bifidobacteria
Bowel function
Oligofructose
Affect
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S175646462400358X

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