Overview
Fructan prebiotic — selectively feeds bifidobacteria.
- 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 to SCFAs by colonic bacteria; bifidogenic.
- · Fermented to SCFAs by colonic bacteria
- · bifidogenic
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Evidence-based benefits
Increases bifidobacteria abundance
Strong evidencePotential side effects
- · Gas
- · Bloating
- · Worsens IBS
Drug interactions
Supplement interactions
- A high-quality multivitaminCovers micronutrient cofactors that support most supplement pathways.
- Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)Foundational anti-inflammatory support that complements most regimens.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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Inulin-type fructans and Bifidobacterium
Meyer D, Stasse-Wolthuis M
Meta-analysis of inulin RCTs.
Selective increase in Bifidobacterium at 5–20 g/d.
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