Overview
Short-chain prebiotic.
- Endogenously produced or biosynthesized molecule
- Standardized pharmaceutical- or food-grade supplement
- Combined with cofactors that improve absorption or activity
- Capsule or softgel
- Powder
- Sublingual or buccal
- Liposomal liquid
Mechanism of action
Fermented by Bifidobacteria.
- · Fermented by Bifidobacteria
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
FOS (Fructooligosaccharides) influences gut motility, mucosal integrity, or microbial balance in the GI tract.
Evidence-based benefits
Improves stool consistency
Moderate evidencePotential side effects
- · Bloating
- · Gas
Drug interactions
Supplement interactions
- Multi-strain probioticSupports microbiome diversity and barrier integrity.
- L-glutamineSubstrate for enterocyte energy and tight-junction maintenance.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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FOS for constipation
Roberfroid M
Mechanistic review
Bifidogenic and laxative effects.
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