Flaxseed mucilage – A novel prebiotic

Emerging research suggests that flaxseed mucilage has interesting prebiotic activity in the body (1). Prebiotics are non-digestible food ingredients that promote the growth of beneficial microorganisms in the intestines (2). Generally fibers, prebiotics are found in asparagus, garlic, onion, fruits, whole grains and legumes. In supporting the growth of beneficial bacteria over harmful bacteria in Read More

Dietary modulation of the gut microbiota – a randomized controlled trial in obese postmenopausal women.