Expert Recommends Adding These Prebiotics To Your Diet

The importance of prebiotics in our diet is unmatched. They are a type of dietary fiber that nourishes friendly bacteria in the gut. . In an Instagram post, nutritionist girlfriend Lovneet Batra shares how you can incorporate it into your daily diet. She listed some prebiotic foods and how they benefit the body.

Prebiotics you should add to your diet

1. Garlic

Battra begins the list with garlic. She writes. It boosts the immune system by increasing it.”

2. Flaxseed

Flaxseed is another important source of prebiotics. “The fiber content in flaxseed comes from the mucilage gum, cellulose and lignin,” says Batra, adding that they promote healthy gut bacteria.It also reduces the amount of dietary fat that is digested and absorbed. .

3. Banana

Bananas are also a great prebiotic food as they are high in fiber and low fructose fruit containing inulin, a substance that stimulates the growth of good bacteria in the gut.

4. Barley

Last on the list is barley, a popular grain rich in beta-glucans. It has also been shown to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease,” adds Batra.

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Both prebiotics and probiotics are important for a healthy gut. Eat a balanced diet with the right mix of prebiotics and probiotics.

Disclaimer: This content, including advice, provides general information only. It is not a substitute for a qualified medical opinion. Always consult a professional or family doctor for more information. NDTV is not responsible for this information.

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