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Nutritional Information and Ingredients
Probiotics vs. Prebiotics
Probiotics
Find out more about inulin, a prebiotic
Consult an expert. See what Dr. Richard Béliveau, Ph.D.
has to say. (French version)
Probiotics are good bacteria that are not digested by the upper gastrointestinal tract and end up in the large intestine. They make up part of your intestinal flora. The more good bacteria there are in the intestine, the more efficiently it functions. These friendly bacteria help you better absorb nutrients from the foods you consume and digest certain foods (e.g., lactose, a sugar contained in milk) more easily. They also speed up waste elimination by improving intestinal transit and to improve our body's natural protection.
According to a number of studies, consuming at least one billion bacteria per day would be required to enjoy all their benefits.
Prebiotics
Prebiotics are food for probiotics (good bacteria). They are carbohydrates (or dietary fibers) that are not digested by the upper gastrointestinal tract and end up in the large intestine, where they help good bacteria grow more easily. Prebiotics are known to promotes digestive health. Prebiotics are found in natural foods such as onions, artichokes, Jerusalem artichokes, and chicory root.
Inulin used in Praeventia cookies is a non-digestible carbohydrate found in plant sources such as garlic, leeks, chicory, asparagus, etc. Chicory root is rich in inulin, which is why this root is a preferred choice for extracting inulin for industrial use. Research suggests that inulin can have a prebiotic effect if consumed in a daily amount of 5 to 8g per day. This daily amount helps promote the growth of good bacteria in the intestine.
References
According to certain studies, consuming 5g of prebiotics per day
is sufficient to enjoy their benefits.
Orafti® inulin—used to produce Praeventia products—was developed by the reputable Belgian firm BENEO-Orafti, and a multitude of studies support the benefits associated with it.
Certain bifidobacteria (good bacteria in your intestinal flora) play essential roles to your health and immune system. Scientific research* shows that inulin selectively stimulates these good bacteria, thereby contributes to help the body’s natural resistance.
