Diet and dietary components have profound effects on the composition of the gut microbiota
and are among the most important contributors to the alteration in bacterial flora. This review …

ABSTRACT Inulin-type fructans (ITF), including short-chain fructooligosaccharides (scFOS),
oligofructose, and inulin, are commonly used fibers that are widely regarded as prebiotic for …

Background Dysfunction of the gut microbiota is frequently reported as a manifestation of
chronic diseases, and therefore presents as a modifiable risk factor in their development …

Inulin consumption in both humans and animal models is recognized for its prebiotic action
with the most consistent change that lies in enhancing the growth and functionality of …

In recent years, research has focused on the use of dietary fibers and prebiotics, since many
of these polysaccharides can be metabolized by intestinal microbiota, leading to the …

Enduring misconceptions about the physical effects of fiber in the gut have led to
misunderstandings about the health benefits attributable to insoluble and soluble fiber. This …

Background Application of modern rapid DNA sequencing technology has transformed our
understanding of the gut microbiota. Diet, in particular plant‐based fibre, appears critical in …

The microbial communities that colonize different regions of the human gut influence many
aspects of health. In the healthy state, they contribute nutrients and energy to the host via the …

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), one of the most frequent digestive disorders, is characterized
by chronic and recurrent abdominal pain and altered bowel habit. The origin seems to be …

ABSTRACT Background Inulin-type fructans (ITFs) are a type of fermentable dietary fiber
that can confer beneficial health effects through changes in the gut microbiota. However …