other · for chronic inflammation
Prebiotic Fiber (Inulin/FOS)
Proposed to seal the gut lining so less bacterial debris leaks into the blood.
Say that in clinical terms
Short-chain fatty acids and improved gut-barrier integrity are proposed to reduce low-grade systemic inflammation by limiting bacterial endotoxin leakage into the bloodstream.
How strong is the research?
Evidence evidence
Only one studyLow-quality evidence
1 paper read, 1 supporting.
Tested as: 5–20 g/day inulin-type fructans, several weeks to months
How much to take
5–20 g