other · for high cholesterol
Prebiotic Fiber (Inulin/FOS)
What your gut bacteria make from it may slow cholesterol production in the liver.
Say that in clinical terms
Short-chain fatty acids produced by fermentation may inhibit hepatic cholesterol synthesis and increase bile acid excretion, lowering circulating LDL.
How strong is the research?
Evidence evidence
Low-quality evidence
2 papers read, 2 supporting.
Tested as: 10–30 g/day inulin-type fructans (median ~10 g/day), for 4–36 weeks
How much to take
10–30 g