Inulinbelongs to the group ofComplex sugars, which cannot be broken down by digestive enzymes and are therefore classified as dietary fiber. The indigestible carbohydrates serve as food for beneficial bacteria. This protects the intestinal flora from unwanted invaders and keeps it in balance. Inulin can not onlyIncrease absorption of calcium and magnesium, but also has health-promotingprebiotic properties. The recording of Inulin in the colon increases the presence of beneficial lacto- and bifidobacteria, thus reducing unwanted intestinal inhabitants.Inulincan be broken down particularly well by these bacteria and is therefore one of the most helpful fibers for the organism.
Inulin in vegetables
Foods such asonions,Chicory or Jerusalem artichokecontain significant amounts ofInulinHowever, according to the German Nutrition Society (DGE), many people consume significantly less than the recommended daily intake of fiber. According to data from the National Consumption Study II,75% of women and 68% of men have a fiber intake below the guideline of at least 30 g per day.The intake is only 25 g (men) and 23 g (women) per day. Especially during periods of stress on the organism, in addition to aconscious Nutritionwith plenty of fruit, vegetables and whole grain products, it is also recommended to take a supply of prebiotic inulin through dietary supplements.
Inulin and probiotic cultures
The Medicom preparation Probiotic Cultures contains, in addition to theVitamin B complex(Vitamin B1, B2, B6 and B12) and for theintestinal florabeneficial bacterial strains (lactic acid and bifidobacteria) also contain inulin, which is one of thePolysaccharidescounts.Inulinserves the single-celled helpers asfood source. This is how the probiotic effect of Probiotic cultures through theprebiotic effectThe preparation is rounded off with niacin (vitamin B3) and pantothenic acid, which are important building blocksvarious coenzymeswhich play a major role in a healthy metabolism.
