{"id":41094,"date":"2022-02-14T21:28:04","date_gmt":"2022-02-14T21:28:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=41094"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/","title":{"rendered":"Prebiotic Vs Probiotic Foods: What&#8217;s The Difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#What_Are_Probiotics\" >What Are Probiotics?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Probiotics\" >What Are The Benefits Of Probiotics?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Lower_Risk_Of_Allergies_And_Stronger_Immune_System\" >Lower Risk Of Allergies And Stronger Immune System<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Possible_Relief_From_Irritable_Bowel_Syndrome_IBS_And_Other_Gastrointestinal_Disorders\" >Possible Relief From Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) And Other Gastrointestinal Disorders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Reproductive_Health\" >Reproductive Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Protection_Against_Infection\" >Protection Against Infection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Improved_Oral_Health\" >Improved Oral Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Improved_Prostate_Health\" >Improved Prostate Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Mood_Improvement\" >Mood Improvement<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#What_Are_Prebiotics\" >What Are Prebiotics?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Prebiotics\" >What Are The Benefits Of Prebiotics?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Promote_Regular_Bowel_Movement\" >Promote Regular Bowel Movement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Promote_Colon_Health\" >Promote Colon Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Protect_Your_Gut_From_Harmful_Bacteria\" >Protect Your Gut From Harmful Bacteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Increased_Calcium_Absorption_For_Stronger_Bones\" >Increased Calcium Absorption For Stronger Bones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Improve_Blood_Sugar_Control\" >Improve Blood Sugar Control<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Promote_Healthy_Weight_Reduction\" >Promote Healthy Weight Reduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Help_Reduce_Cholesterol\" >Help Reduce Cholesterol<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#What_About_Synbiotics\" >What About Synbiotics?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#How_To_Improve_Your_Gut_Health_With_Probiotics_And_Probiotics_Foods\" >How To Improve Your Gut Health With Probiotics And Probiotics Foods<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Eat_Prebiotic_Foods\" >Eat Prebiotic Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Take_Supplements_That_Contain_Both_Prebiotics_And_Probiotics\" >Take Supplements That Contain Both Prebiotics And Probiotics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Eat_Foods_That_Naturally_Contain_Probiotics\" >Eat Foods That Naturally Contain Probiotics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Reduce_Your_Sugar_Intake\" >Reduce Your Sugar Intake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Reduce_Your_Fat_Consumption\" >Reduce Your Fat Consumption<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Avoid_Antibiotic_Overuse\" >Avoid Antibiotic Overuse<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Lower_Your_Body_Mass_Index_BMI\" >Lower Your Body Mass Index (BMI)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Manage_Your_Stress_Levels\" >Manage Your Stress Levels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#Eat_A_Variety_Of_Whole_Foods\" >Eat A Variety Of Whole Foods<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-foods\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your gut is home to trillions of bacteria, both good and bad. The good bacteria help keep the digestive tract healthy and balanced. They help us fight off disease-causing bacteria and support our immune system. This is where probiotics come in \u2014 these beneficial &#8220;good&#8221; bacteria when they are found in foods are known as probiotics. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prebiotics, on the other hand, are the &#8220;food&#8221; that good bacteria need in order to populate your gut. They are non-digestible fiber compounds found naturally in certain plants, fruits and vegetables. Although you can get prebiotics from supplements, food sources are always better because they contain other essential nutrients to support digestive health. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Probiotics and prebiotics are big topics in nutrition today, and with good reason. In this article, we&#8217;ll look at the differences between these two terms and learn what they mean for our health.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Prebiotic_Vs_Probiotic_Foods\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Prebiotic_Vs_Probiotic_Foods\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Probiotics\"><\/span><strong>What Are Probiotics?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Probiotics have been a major buzzword in the food industry recently, especially since mass media has started to report on their potential benefits. They are known as &#8220;good&#8221; or &#8220;beneficial&#8221; bacteria that provide health benefits when consumed in adequate amounts (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0255085721016273?via%3Dihub\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some scientific evidence suggests that taking probiotics may reduce the risk of or improve digestive conditions such as antibiotic-associated diarrhea.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating foods with naturally occurring probiotics could help you build up these good bacteria in your gut, which may also help protect against diarrhea and other digestive issues (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4069727\/#ref6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jamanetwork.com\/journals\/jama\/fullarticle\/1151505\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Probiotics are found in certain foods and dietary supplements, such as yogurt or kefir milk, sauerkraut (which is fermented cabbage) and kimchi (a Korean condiment made from pickled cabbage). Although you can get them from food sources, they&#8217;re also included in supplements (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/10942912.2019.1579737\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Probiotics are also added to some foods, such as yogurt and certain types of cheeses. These foods will be clearly labeled &#8220;contains live and active cultures.&#8221; Health food stores also sell several probiotic supplements that claim to help restore balance in the gut flora.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Probiotics\"><\/span><strong>What Are The Benefits Of Probiotics?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Probiotics are intended to help restore and maintain a healthy <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-improve-gut-health\/\">gut microbiome<\/a>. From there, they are believed to help keep our entire system in balance and support critical functions in the body. Keep in mind that most of the potential health benefits associated with probiotics are theorized but not proven, and that we are very far from understanding the effects and interactions of specific strains of bacteria. It\u2019s also important to note that when clinical studies have found benefits, the effects are usually not maintained after probiotic use is stopped.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of their potential benefits include:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lower_Risk_Of_Allergies_And_Stronger_Immune_System\"><\/span><strong>Lower Risk Of Allergies And Stronger Immune System<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A healthy microbiome is important for a healthy immune system. It is believed that alterations in the microbiome due to events occurring during infancy or childhood (such as prematurity, infection, or cesarean delivery) may influence the risk of certain diseases, including allergies. Some scientists have theorized that taking probiotics to correct these alterations could therefore improve immune system development at this crucial stage of life and perhaps prevent allergies and other diseases. This theory, however, has yet to be substantiated (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fped.2017.00165\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4103638\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Possible_Relief_From_Irritable_Bowel_Syndrome_IBS_And_Other_Gastrointestinal_Disorders\"><\/span><strong>Possible Relief From Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) And Other Gastrointestinal Disorders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Probiotics may be helpful in treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and other gastrointestinal problems. Results from a meta-analysis of several studies suggest that probiotics can help reduce the severity of IBS symptoms, such as abdominal pain and bloating (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4356930\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Moreover, certain strains have been seen to reduce the severity of symptoms in people with inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn&#8217;s disease and ulcerative colitis (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/12\/7\/1973\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reproductive_Health\"><\/span><strong>Reproductive Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Probiotics are sometimes used to help correct vaginal dysbiosis (bacterial imbalance) in women. Whether this has an impact on fertility or pregnancy outcomes is still unclear. High quality studies are few and inconsistent, and much more evidence is needed on this topic and specific strains before recommendations can be made (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/12\/3\/757\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Prebiotic_Vs_Probiotic_Foods\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-39828 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/8-2.jpg\" alt=\"prebiotic vs probiotic foods\" width=\"1000\" height=\"662\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/8-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/8-2-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/8-2.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Protection_Against_Infection\"><\/span><strong>Protection Against Infection<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few human studies suggest that probiotics may help protect against respiratory tract infections, such as the common cold and flu, although this effect was modest (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3560336\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">32<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). They also seem to lower the risk of getting diarrhea during certain antibiotic therapies (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jamanetwork.com\/journals\/jama\/fullarticle\/1151505\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Oral_Health\"><\/span><strong>Improved Oral Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It has been theorized that probiotics could help prevent periodontal disease and dental caries by outcompeting the harmful bacteria which cause them and\/or through immune system modulation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s40496-017-0159-6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">35<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Prostate_Health\"><\/span><strong>Improved Prostate Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain probiotic strains produce peptides which are known to inhibit cell proliferation. The hope is that probiotics for men may in the future be found to help prevent prostate enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia), which is a common condition that can lead to urinary problems. Those peptides (not the whole bacteria) have been seen in mice to have some effect on prostate hyperplasia but more research is needed (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/aip.scitation.org\/doi\/pdf\/10.1063\/1.5115733\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">31<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Probiotics may also improve testosterone levels and improve the quality of sperm, but once again, more research is needed (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/andr.12400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mood_Improvement\"><\/span><strong>Mood Improvement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Probiotics might help reduce anxiety and depression by improving communication between the gut and brain. Some research has shown that certain types of probiotics could alleviate anxiety in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gutpathogens.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/1757-4749-1-6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/reset-gut-bacteria\/\">Reset Gut Bacteria: 10 Plus Things You Can Do For A Healthy Gut Microbiome<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Prebiotic_Vs_Probiotic_Foods\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-39821 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/1-1.jpg\" alt=\"diet\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/1-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/1-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/1-1.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Prebiotics\"><\/span><strong>What Are Prebiotics?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prebiotics are mainly indigestible carbohydrates that aren&#8217;t broken down in the stomach. They pass through most of the digestive system until they reach your colon, where they become food for your <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/broccoli-microgreens-nutrition\/\">good bacteria<\/a> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2304-8158\/8\/3\/92\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By providing a source of food for beneficial bacteria, prebiotics help keep you healthy and reduce risk of disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prebiotics also are used to make certain <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/arugula-side-effects\/\">vitamins<\/a> and minerals more available in your body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jn\/article\/137\/3\/838S\/4664776\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). For example, calcium is more absorbable when it&#8217;s eaten with prebiotic fiber. Bacteria that ferment prebiotic fiber produce short chain fatty acids as a byproduct, which your intestinal cells can then use as fuel. Fiber also helps increase the bulk of fecal matter, making it easier to pass through the intestines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prebiotics are mostly found in certain vegetables, fruits and grains that have high levels of soluble fiber. These foods are often known as &#8220;prebiotic foods&#8221; or &#8220;prebiotic fiber sources&#8221; (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/cdn\/article\/2\/3\/nzy005\/4828321\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You can also find prebiotics in some supplements, although they&#8217;re most commonly found in food.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inulin is a common prebiotic supplement ingredient. In addition to being a source of soluble fiber, it may increase calcium absorption and improve digestive health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s00223-017-0339-3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prebiotics can be found in asparagus, onions, leeks and garlic. Other good sources of prebiotics include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artichokes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jerusalem artichokes\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green bananas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Celery\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garlic\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legumes (beans and lentils)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicory root\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dandelion greens\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jicama (a root vegetable)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Onions\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ripe bananas\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Radishes\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sauerkraut\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seaweed\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet potatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prebiotics are also added to some foods, such as cereals, beverages and bars. These foods will be clearly labeled &#8220;contains inulin&#8221; or will be reflected on the nutrition facts label as &#8220;soluble fiber.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some prebiotic supplements come in the form of oligosaccharides (chains of sugars) like fructooligosaccharides (FOS) and galactooligosaccharides (GOS) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jn\/article\/137\/3\/838S\/4664776\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Dropping pounds by the dozens without putting yourself through the wringer is everyone\u2019s weight loss pipe dream. But what if we told you that the BetterMe app can make that happen? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Prebiotic_Vs_Probiotic_Foods\">Keep yourself in prime shape<\/a> with our fat-blasting workouts, delicious budget-sparing recipes, and body-transforming challenges with our app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Prebiotic_Vs_Probiotic_Foods\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38969 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5502-1024x576.png\" alt=\"prebiotic vs probiotic foods\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5502.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5502-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5502.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5502.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Prebiotics\"><\/span><strong>What Are The Benefits Of Prebiotics?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main function of prebiotics is to feed <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/mustard-greens-benefits\/\">probiotics<\/a>. While at it, they offer many more benefits such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Promote_Regular_Bowel_Movement\"><\/span><strong>Promote Regular Bowel Movement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prebiotics (aka fiber) are known for reducing constipation by adding bulk to the stool. People who are struggling with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), IBD, Crohn&#8217;s disease or ulcerative colitis can benefit from taking foods high in prebiotic fiber (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/5\/4\/1417\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Promote_Colon_Health\"><\/span><strong>Promote Colon Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may also reduce inflammation and digestive discomfort as a result of promoting the growth of good bacteria (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jn\/article\/142\/5\/962\/4630853\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Protect_Your_Gut_From_Harmful_Bacteria\"><\/span><strong>Protect Your Gut From Harmful Bacteria<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promoting the growth of good bacteria is believed to help prevent the colonization of harmful bacteria in the gut.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prebiotics may also be a helpful addition to a treatment regimen that includes antibiotics and probiotics in patients with small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), which is linked to IBS, diarrhea and malabsorption (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23244247\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increased_Calcium_Absorption_For_Stronger_Bones\"><\/span><strong>Increased Calcium Absorption For Stronger Bones<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prebiotics may increase calcium absorption, which can lead to stronger bones and might help prevent osteoporosis. They may also improve the solubility of other minerals like <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-red-cabbage\/\">magnesium<\/a> and iron, which are important for blood and bone health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s00223-017-0339-3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improve_Blood_Sugar_Control\"><\/span><strong>Improve Blood Sugar Control<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The high levels of fiber provided by prebiotic foods can help slow down the rate at which glucose is absorbed into the bloodstream after a meal, which can be helpful in maintaining good blood sugar control in people with diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Promote_Healthy_Weight_Reduction\"><\/span><strong>Promote Healthy Weight Reduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-fiber diets have been shown to help you lose weight and reduce abdominal fat storage (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/5\/4\/1417\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). At least one study has linked the intake of oligofructose with reduced body weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/ajcn\/article\/89\/6\/1751\/4596797\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">36<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Help_Reduce_Cholesterol\"><\/span><strong>Help Reduce Cholesterol<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prebiotic fibers can also help reduce bad cholesterol (LDL), which can ultimately lower your risk of cardiovascular disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/1422-0067\/11\/6\/2499\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_About_Synbiotics\"><\/span><strong>What About Synbiotics?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Synbiotics are supplements that contain both prebiotics and probiotics (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/grp\/2012\/872716\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). They provide the benefits of both ingredients in one supplement, which is particularly convenient for people who can&#8217;t or don&#8217;t want to eat large amounts of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/prunes-benefits\/\">prebiotic foods<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/chlorophyll-drink\/\">Chlorophyll Drink: Benefits, Risks, And Everything Else You Need To Know<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Prebiotic_Vs_Probiotic_Foods\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38846 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5571-1024x576.png\" alt=\"prebiotic vs probiotic foods\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5571.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5571-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5571.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5571.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Improve_Your_Gut_Health_With_Probiotics_And_Probiotics_Foods\"><\/span><strong>How To Improve Your Gut Health With Probiotics And Probiotics Foods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although probiotics are found in supplements and some foods, you can also get them from your diet. Just make sure you&#8217;re choosing the right ones. If you want to try adding more probiotics to your diet, these three suggestions will help:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_Prebiotic_Foods\"><\/span><strong>Eat Prebiotic Foods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several types of fruits, vegetables and grains contain the carbohydrates that are the building blocks of probiotics. They are considered &#8220;prebiotic foods.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to get more prebiotics into your <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/quinoa-side-effects\/\">diet<\/a>, eat:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raw or cooked onions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raw or cooked garlic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leeks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artichoke hearts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legumes (beans and lentils)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asparagus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green bananas, ripe bananas or plantains\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jicama (a root vegetable)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sauerkraut\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to add prebiotic supplements, look for inulin in the Supplement Facts panel. It will be listed as &#8220;inulin&#8221; or &#8220;chicory root extract.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Prebiotic_Vs_Probiotic_Foods\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38941 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5326-1024x576.png\" alt=\"prebiotic vs probiotic foods\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5326.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5326-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5326.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5326.png 1076w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_Supplements_That_Contain_Both_Prebiotics_And_Probiotics\"><\/span><strong>Take Supplements That Contain Both Prebiotics And Probiotics<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These supplements allow you to get the benefits of both in a single product, which can make it easier for people who don&#8217;t like to eat large amounts of foods with fiber. Look for the term &#8220;synbiotic&#8221; on the label, and make sure that it contains both prebiotics and probiotics.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_Foods_That_Naturally_Contain_Probiotics\"><\/span><strong>Eat Foods That Naturally Contain Probiotics<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some fermented foods contain natural probiotics, which can provide the same benefits you get from supplements or added prebiotics. These foods are often known as &#8220;probiotic foods&#8221; or &#8220;probiotic-fermented foods.&#8221; They include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kefir (a fermented milk drink)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kombucha (fermented black tea beverage)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">miso (a paste made from fermented soybeans)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tempeh (fermented soybean food)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unpasteurized sauerkraut and other fermented vegetables<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yogurt (the kind with live and active cultures)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduce_Your_Sugar_Intake\"><\/span><strong>Reduce Your Sugar Intake<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A high sugar <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pistachios-calories-benefits-side-effects\/\">diet <\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">may trigger symptoms of functional gastrointestinal disorders and decrease small\u00a0 intestinal microbial diversity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41467-019-09964-7\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, a high-sugar and low-fiber diet may increase your risk of colon cancer (<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/9298574\/\">6<\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to improve your gut health or prevent problems, be sure that most of the sugar you eat comes from whole foods like fruits and vegetables, rather than added sugars such as refined white sugar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Prebiotic_Vs_Probiotic_Foods\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38933 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5146-1024x576.png\" alt=\"prebiotic vs probiotic foods\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5146.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5146-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5146.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5146.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduce_Your_Fat_Consumption\"><\/span><strong>Reduce Your Fat Consumption<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People who eat too much unhealthy fat, particularly the saturated fat found in cheese, whole milk and fatty meats like bacon and sausage, may have an increased risk of colon cancer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2723490\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">34<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to improve your gut health or prevent problems, try eating less saturated fat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may notice that it is hard to give up some of your favorite foods, but if you want to get the benefits of probiotics and prebiotics, it&#8217;s essential.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some fatty foods you should avoid for your gut health:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fried foods<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full-fat dairy products like whole milk, ice cream and cheese<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hydrogenated oils (trans fats)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High fat red and processed meats (such as bacon or beef brisket)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to keep enjoying your favorite fatty foods without the harmful effects of too much saturated fat, stick to ones that are naturally low in fat or are low-fat, such as skinless chicken breast.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because your body needs fat to perform various functions, you do not need to eliminate it from your diet. In fact, some fats are good for you and can actually improve your digestive health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nutritionj.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12937-017-0271-4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some healthy fats you may include in your diet:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monounsaturated fats found in olive oil, avocado and nuts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Polyunsaturated fats found in seeds like flax, nuts and fish<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish, flaxseeds, chia seeds and walnuts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Want to build an attention-grabbing bubble butt, blast away fat that\u2019s stored in all the wrong places, spring-clean your diet, turn back the clock on your skin, skyrocket your self-confidence and shatter your insecurities? Check out the BetterMe app and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Prebiotic_Vs_Probiotic_Foods\">set this plan in motion<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Prebiotic_Vs_Probiotic_Foods\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38899 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5455-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5455.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5455-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5455.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5455.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Antibiotic_Overuse\"><\/span><strong>Avoid Antibiotic Overuse<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies show that antibiotics can destroy some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/top-10-healthiest-foods\/\">helpful bacteria<\/a> in your gut (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fcimb.2020.572912\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you don&#8217;t take antibiotics unless you really need them to treat an infection. Even then, talk to your doctor about taking the lowest effective dosage and for the shortest amount of time possible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should also ask your doctor about taking probiotics while you are on antibiotics or soon afterwards. This can help restore the balance of good bacteria in your gut. Also, be sure to take care of yourself by eating more prebiotic foods during and after your antibiotic treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lower_Your_Body_Mass_Index_BMI\"><\/span><strong>Lower Your Body Mass Index (BMI)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obesity and related metabolic conditions have been associated with alterations in the composition of bacteria in the gut (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5082693\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">33<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cause and effect relationship isn\u2019t clear, but it can\u2019t hurt\u00a0 to maintain a healthy weight by balancing the amount of food you eat with the energy you expend every day. For most people, this means getting about 30 minutes or more of exercise five days a week. It can also help to eat more prebiotic fiber-rich foods, since they help keep you full and support the growth of good gut bacteria.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Manage_Your_Stress_Levels\"><\/span><strong>Manage Your Stress Levels<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress can wreak havoc on your gut health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7213601\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">29<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Many people turn to foods that are rich in sugar and saturated fat as a way to cope with stress. Unfortunately, these foods just make things worse because they may exacerbate the negative effect of stress on your gut bacteria.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to maintain healthy levels of gut bacteria or improve them over time, try to manage your stress levels. Meditation, yoga and other relaxation techniques can be effective ways to decrease the negative effects that stress has on your body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should also try to eat more prebiotic foods.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Prebiotic_Vs_Probiotic_Foods\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38855 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-4907-1024x576.png\" alt=\"prebiotic vs probiotic foods\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-4907.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-4907-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-4907.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-4907-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-4907.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_A_Variety_Of_Whole_Foods\"><\/span><strong>Eat A Variety Of Whole Foods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole foods provide fiber and other nutrients that help keep you healthy and promote good gut bacteria.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your gut bacteria rely on fiber for food. This is what they use to multiply and maintain the very structure of your intestinal lining (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/cdn\/article\/2\/3\/nzy005\/4828321\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). So, it&#8217;s important that you get plenty of high-fiber foods in your diet every day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are two types of dietary fiber: soluble and insoluble. Both types help promote healthy digestion and gut bacteria. However, soluble fiber is especially good for your digestive health because it helps control blood sugar levels and lower cholesterol levels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/nutritionreviews\/article\/67\/4\/188\/1901012?login=false\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should eat a variety of fiber-rich foods every day. These include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegetables like artichokes, broccoli and Brussels sprouts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fruit like pears, apples and blueberries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legumes like beans, peas and lentils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuts like almonds, peanuts and pecans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole grains like whole-wheat flour, brown rice and quinoa<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to improve your gut health or prevent problems, be sure to eat more of these types of foods.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prebiotic vs Probiotic Foods &#8211; What&#8217;s the Difference?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to improve your gut health is to eat a healthy diet filled with both prebiotic and probiotic foods. However, it can be difficult to get all of your recommended daily servings of fruits, vegetables and whole grains every day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking a supplement might make it easier for you to consume the proper amount of good bacteria. There are many supplements on the market today, but there is little regulation.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note that some products contain billions of active cultures while others have more specific strains that target certain ailments, like urinary health or cholesterol levels. Most of those claims are unsubstantiated. No matter which product you end up choosing, be sure to make it a regular part of your daily routine. Or better yet, simply eat foods naturally rich in probiotics and prebiotic fiber.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Prebiotic_Vs_Probiotic_Foods\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your gut is home to trillions of bacteria, both good and bad. The good bacteria help keep the digestive tract healthy and balanced. They help us fight off disease-causing bacteria and support our immune system. 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The good bacteria help keep the digestive tract healthy and balanced. They help us fight off disease-causing bacteria and support our immune system. This is where probiotics come in \u2014 these beneficial \\\"good\\\" bacteria when they are found in foods are known as probiotics. <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Prebiotics, on the other hand, are the \\\"food\\\" that good bacteria need in order to populate your gut. They are non-digestible fiber compounds found naturally in certain plants, fruits and vegetables. Although you can get prebiotics from supplements, food sources are always better because they contain other essential nutrients to support digestive health. <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Probiotics and prebiotics are big topics in nutrition today, and with good reason. 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