What Are Prebiotics - Benefits and Sources

Most people are aware by now that foods that offer dietary fiber and probiotics have a long list of health benefits, but nonetheless prebiotic foods are still mostly underappreciated. By in large, Americans don’t consume enough prebiotics every day — and, sadly, the result can aggravate indigestion, higher levels of inflammation, lower immune function, higher likelihood of weight gain and a raised risk for various chronic diseases.

While the best probiotic foods are essential for gut health and overall well-being, prebiotics help “feed” probiotics. By pairing them together, you can achieve an even better result.

Because the health of our gut is closely tied to many other bodily functions, prebiotics and probiotics together are important for battling inflammation and lowering overall disease risk.

*This content is strictly the opinion of Jordan Rubin, and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program.

[kickinghorse]

Great vid!
0:39 Pre-biotics: What are they?
1:24 Benefits
3:44 List of sources

[soliddragonfitness]

My mother loves your channel and have been told we share the same birthday. Thanks for the tips you share with her. We appreciate it greatly!

[fitlandish]

Thanks for the great information. My favorite prebiotic is raw garlic. Garlic has so many benefits. Anti-Cancer, Anti-Fungal. Definitely need to have garlic everyday.

[albertoluna]

Thank you Dr. Rubin & Dr. Axe for this valuable information.

[akashagarwal]

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[Whimsicaltalesx]

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[sunnysun]

Thank you so much Jordan, love you, Dr. Axe and your wonderful work with such vital information . Fantastic! God bless you all.

[patricia]

Dr.Axe Happy Birthday .. God bless you

[fifteenbyfive]

Thanks Jordan for sharing some super sources of prebiotics.

Dr. Greger essentially said to forget probiotics, just eat a diet rich in prebiotics and your bacteria will take care of themselves. "You are what They eat." or perhaps even more accurately: "They are what You eat."

[khamikos]

perfect presentation. thanks keep it up please. greetings from Greece

[roblogs]

Agreed and one cheap source if your on a shoestring budget, is potato starch(raw). Cutting potatoes finely and massaging them and squeezing the water out will bring out the starch and consuming it raw will help with blood sugar as well as gut health. I like to do this process and after the the starch settles, take some of the water out and add some more till it’s semi clear, it won’t hurt you but just a preference.

[ronin]

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[ChitoWorld]

I'm always asleep when your videos come on

[KatJaguar]

Wow Jordan Rubin looks great! I read his book “Patient Heal Thyself” 22 years ago and I cried. Story of his life and healing. He nearly died of crohn’s disease numerous times. The book started me on my transition away from 1w years of near vegan diet.
He Then went on to found garden of life company.

[pamelayarturo]

Hello! I was wondering if you could make a video about your opinion in vaccines? Im very interested. Thank you!!

[anisestar]

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[frankgonzalez]

Very informative, much praise for keeping a straight face when mentioning "tiger nuts", childish, I know.

[ChitoWorld]

Ya should do a detail diet for candida and all its foods. The current one is not that good. Some of the videos are ok. Can you eat jicama on candida diet?

[MrRohit]

Hello sir. Can make a video on Apple cider vinegar? 'I want use this drink for weight loss' please help.

[fernandezmaintenance]

dr, so what about if you want to gain weight?