
600: Microbiologist Dispels the Myths About Gut Health & the Microbiome | Kiran Krishnan
The Ultimate Health Podcast
Diverse Functions of Prebiotics and Fiber
Prebiotics feed specific bacteria species, while fiber can nourish various microbes in the body. Prebiotics have complex carbohydrate structures compared to fiber. Prebiotics typically feed keystone species, whereas fiber can feed the whole spectrum of bacteria, including the keystone species.
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