{"id":391562,"date":"2022-01-06T15:30:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-06T12:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/whats-the-difference-between-probiotics-prebiotics-and-postbiotics-lifesavvy\/"},"modified":"2022-01-06T15:30:00","modified_gmt":"2022-01-06T12:30:00","slug":"whats-the-difference-between-probiotics-prebiotics-and-postbiotics-lifesavvy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/whats-the-difference-between-probiotics-prebiotics-and-postbiotics-lifesavvy\/","title":{"rendered":"#What\u2019s the Difference Between Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Postbiotics? \u2013 LifeSavvy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a23fe61a6b6f\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a23fe61a6b6f\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/whats-the-difference-between-probiotics-prebiotics-and-postbiotics-lifesavvy\/#Probiotics\" >Probiotics<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/whats-the-difference-between-probiotics-prebiotics-and-postbiotics-lifesavvy\/#Potential_Health_Benefits_of_Probiotics\" >Potential Health Benefits of Probiotics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/whats-the-difference-between-probiotics-prebiotics-and-postbiotics-lifesavvy\/#Probiotic_Supplements_Food_Sources\" >Probiotic Supplements &amp; Food Sources<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/whats-the-difference-between-probiotics-prebiotics-and-postbiotics-lifesavvy\/#Prebiotics\" >Prebiotics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/whats-the-difference-between-probiotics-prebiotics-and-postbiotics-lifesavvy\/#Postbiotics\" >Postbiotics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/whats-the-difference-between-probiotics-prebiotics-and-postbiotics-lifesavvy\/#Putting_It_All_Together\" >Putting It All Together<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><strong>&#8220;#What\u2019s the Difference Between Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Postbiotics? \u2013 LifeSavvy&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-content-area\">\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage wp-image-99988 size-full\" data-pagespeed-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lifesavvy.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/08\/b8b219c9.jpg?width=400 400w, https:\/\/www.lifesavvy.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/08\/b8b219c9.jpg?width=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, 400w, 1200w\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.lifesavvy.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/08\/b8b219c9.jpg?width=1200\" alt=\"A woman at the pharmacy reading a supplement box and looking something up on her phone.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/mid-adult-female-customer-choosing-product-1466357663\" data-credittext=\"Dragana Gordic\/Shutterstock.com\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/mid-adult-female-customer-choosing-product-1466357663\">Dragana Gordic\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Probiotics and prebiotics are words you\u2019ve probably heard quite often, along with an increased focus on gut health. Postbiotics are a newer addition to the microbiome team, and they\u2019ve become a research heaven for scientists worldwide. But what\u2019s the difference between these three \u201cbiotics,\u201d and what exactly can they do for you?<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to scientific terms, things can get confusing for the layperson, and, for many, this is the case with probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics. However, knowing what these are, and their benefits, could make a huge difference when it comes to your health and wellness.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why we\u2019re explaining what these three \u201cbiotics\u201d are, how they can help, and how you can get \u2019em!<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Probiotics\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_0\">Probiotics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<lite-youtube videoid=\"VzPD009qTN4\" style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/VzPD009qTN4\/hqdefault.jpg');\">\n<button type=\"button\" class=\"lty-playbtn\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lyt-visually-hidden\">Play Video<\/span><br \/>\n<\/button>\n<\/lite-youtube>\n<p>Commonly described as live microorganisms, or bacteria, <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/consumer-health\/expert-answers\/probiotics\/faq-20058065\">probiotics<\/a> colonize our gut and bring a ton of potential benefits to our entire body.\u00a0They\u2019ve been the subject of numerous studies since the 1960s, and have <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6009232\/\">since earned a pretty good reputation<\/a> in the medical field.<\/p>\n<p>Previously, bacteria had always gotten a bad rap, as it was thought they were always harmful to our bodies. However, specific strains have been found to be <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4878258\/\">completely life-changing<\/a>. If you\u2019ve never given much thought to the roles bacteria and other microorganisms play in your body, you\u2019ll likely find the video above on <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/microbiome\/\">the microbiome<\/a> incredibly fascinating.<\/p>\n<p>Whether ingested as a supplement or via food, it\u2019s important to know which bacteria are considered probiotics and how to figure out which you need.<\/p>\n<p>The following are the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4053917\/#:~:text=The%20most%20commonly%20used%20probiotic%20microorganisms%20against%20these%20pathogens%20are,Bifidobacterium%20bifidum%20and%20Bacillus%20coagulans.\">most common probiotic strains<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lactobacillus<\/li>\n<li>Bifidobacterium<\/li>\n<li>Saccharomyces<\/li>\n<li>Enterococcus<\/li>\n<li>Streptococcus<\/li>\n<li>Pediococcus<\/li>\n<li>Leuconostoc<\/li>\n<li>Bacillus<\/li>\n<li>Escherichia coli<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Of course, everyone\u2019s body is different. Just as people don\u2019t get identical results from the same workout routine or diet, not everyone will have the same reaction to increasing (or decreasing) their consumption of probiotics.<\/p>\n<p>To get started, you can experiment by increasing your consumption of\u00a0healthy fermented foods. If you want to take a more precise look at your gut biome, companies like\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viome.com\/\">Viome<\/a> and <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/psomagen.com\/\">Psomagen<\/a> offer microbiome tests. These determine which types of bacteria you already have in your gut, and which you should consider supplementing.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box \">\n<div class=\"product-img product-img-noaward\">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07HBFM8LS?tag=lifesavvysite-20\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31iCqrjTpbL._SL160_.jpg\" height=\"147px\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Potential_Health_Benefits_of_Probiotics\"><\/span>Potential Health Benefits of Probiotics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><span style=\"display: block; position: relative; z-index: 100; width: 44px; height: 44px; background: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.65); float: right; margin-bottom: -44px;\"><br \/>\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/link\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lifesavvy.com%2F36755%2Fwhats-the-difference-between-probiotics-prebiotics-and-postbiotics%2F&amp;media=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lifesavvy.com%2Fp%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F08%2F8f902951.jpg&amp;description=What%26%238217%3Bs+the+Difference+Between+Probiotics%2C+Prebiotics%2C+and+Postbiotics%3F\" aria-label=\"Pin this on Pinterest\"><br \/>\n<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"44\" height=\"44\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" role=\"img\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M15.164 18.532c-.011.039-.022.072-.03.106-.503 1.97-.56 2.408-1.076 3.322-.246.436-.524.847-.832 1.242-.034.044-.067.102-.136.088-.076-.016-.082-.084-.09-.145-.083-.599-.128-1.2-.108-1.803.026-.788.123-1.058 1.139-5.327a.295.295 0 0 0-.024-.178c-.244-.656-.291-1.32-.079-1.995.459-1.456 2.11-1.567 2.398-.366.178.743-.292 1.716-.653 3.152-.299 1.186 1.097 2.03 2.29 1.163 1.1-.798 1.527-2.71 1.446-4.067-.16-2.703-3.125-3.287-5.005-2.417-2.157.997-2.647 3.67-1.673 4.891.123.156.219.25.177.408-.062.245-.117.49-.185.734-.05.182-.202.247-.385.173a2.212 2.212 0 0 1-.9-.675c-.827-1.024-1.064-3.049.03-4.763 1.21-1.9 3.463-2.668 5.52-2.435 2.457.28 4.01 1.958 4.3 3.863.133.867.038 3.006-1.18 4.518-1.402 1.737-3.672 1.852-4.72.786-.08-.082-.145-.178-.224-.275\" fill=\"#FFF\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/p>\n<p><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-99987\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.lifesavvy.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/08\/8f902951.jpg\" alt=\"Probiotic foods including nuts, leeks, and a glass of yogurt on a platter.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/probiotic-rich-foods-healthy-diet-eating-1428986909\" data-credittext=\"Tatjana Baibakova\/Shutterstock.com\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/probiotic-rich-foods-healthy-diet-eating-1428986909\">Tatjana Baibakova\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Every probiotic is different and <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11876714\/\">creates a specific effect in the human body<\/a>. That\u2019s why, when some are paired, they can do much more than they can individually. Some of the most <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/vitamins-and-supplements\/health-benefits-of-taking-probiotics\">common health benefit claims<\/a>\u00a0of probiotics include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Improving digestion<\/li>\n<li>Promoting optimal hormone balance<\/li>\n<li>Reducing stress and anxiety<\/li>\n<li>Eliminating brain fog<\/li>\n<li>Increasing energy levels<\/li>\n<li>Reducing inflammation<\/li>\n<li>Protecting against coronary diseases<\/li>\n<li>Improving sleep<\/li>\n<li>Promoting fertility and supporting the menstrual cycle<\/li>\n<li>Treating specific gut-related conditions, such as diarrhea, ulcerative colitis, Chron\u2019s disease, vaginal infections, and candida<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Probiotic_Supplements_Food_Sources\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_2\">Probiotic Supplements &amp; Food Sources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Probiotics can usually be found at any grocery or health store in the supplement section. However, do keep in mind that supplements do not undergo any <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3294522\/\">tests or approvals by the FDA<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This means it\u2019s the manufacturer\u2019s responsibility to ensure their safety and efficiency. This can make many people question whether taking a supplement is beneficial at all. Luckily, sites like <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/examine.com\/\">Examine<\/a> and <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/labdoor.com\/rankings\/probiotics\">labdoor<\/a>\u00a0provide reviews of <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Dr-David-Williams-Probiotic-Supplement\/dp\/B004QQFFAO\/?tag=lifesavvysite-20\">the best supplements<\/a> that have been thoroughly tested by third-party labs.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box \">\n<div class=\"product-img product-img-noaward\">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B004QQFFAO?tag=lifesavvysite-20\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/413ZfjrDo5L._SL160_.jpg\" height=\"147px\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Another good way to ensure you\u2019re getting beneficial bacteria into your body is by consuming specific bacteria-containing foods, such as yogurt, cheese, sourdough, kombucha, and other\u00a0fermented foods.<\/p>\n<p>Naturally, you might think you can skip the whole supplement thing and just get everything you need from food. The problem is, you\u2019d have to eat an insane amount of these foods every single day. Even then, you might not absorb all the probiotics you need.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why taking a supplement from a trusted source is still your best option.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box \">\n<div class=\"product-img product-img-noaward\">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00J6G8XB2?tag=lifesavvysite-20\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51qjNZmwGpL._SL160_.jpg\" height=\"147px\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prebiotics\"><\/span>Prebiotics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><span style=\"display: block; position: relative; z-index: 100; width: 44px; height: 44px; background: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.65); float: right; margin-bottom: -44px;\"><br \/>\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/link\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lifesavvy.com%2F36755%2Fwhats-the-difference-between-probiotics-prebiotics-and-postbiotics%2F&amp;media=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lifesavvy.com%2Fp%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F08%2F90d954e1.jpg&amp;description=What%26%238217%3Bs+the+Difference+Between+Probiotics%2C+Prebiotics%2C+and+Postbiotics%3F\" aria-label=\"Pin this on Pinterest\"><br \/>\n<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"44\" height=\"44\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" role=\"img\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M15.164 18.532c-.011.039-.022.072-.03.106-.503 1.97-.56 2.408-1.076 3.322-.246.436-.524.847-.832 1.242-.034.044-.067.102-.136.088-.076-.016-.082-.084-.09-.145-.083-.599-.128-1.2-.108-1.803.026-.788.123-1.058 1.139-5.327a.295.295 0 0 0-.024-.178c-.244-.656-.291-1.32-.079-1.995.459-1.456 2.11-1.567 2.398-.366.178.743-.292 1.716-.653 3.152-.299 1.186 1.097 2.03 2.29 1.163 1.1-.798 1.527-2.71 1.446-4.067-.16-2.703-3.125-3.287-5.005-2.417-2.157.997-2.647 3.67-1.673 4.891.123.156.219.25.177.408-.062.245-.117.49-.185.734-.05.182-.202.247-.385.173a2.212 2.212 0 0 1-.9-.675c-.827-1.024-1.064-3.049.03-4.763 1.21-1.9 3.463-2.668 5.52-2.435 2.457.28 4.01 1.958 4.3 3.863.133.867.038 3.006-1.18 4.518-1.402 1.737-3.672 1.852-4.72.786-.08-.082-.145-.178-.224-.275\" fill=\"#FFF\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/p>\n<p><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-99986 size-full\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.lifesavvy.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/08\/90d954e1.jpg\" alt=\"A variety of prebiotic foods on a counter, including asparagus, onions, and leeks.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/variety-prebiotic-foods-gut-health-keto-1115657315\" data-credittext=\"SewCream\/Shutterstock.com\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/variety-prebiotic-foods-gut-health-keto-1115657315\">SewCream\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6463098\/\">Prebiotics<\/a> are also known as dietary fiber, and they\u2019re the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18215222\/\">food for probiotics<\/a>. Prebiotics help probiotics thrive in your digestive tract. This type of fiber is, therefore, called \u201cindigestible,\u201d as it literally passes through your system to feed your bacteria.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike probiotics, you can absolutely get the necessary amount of prebiotics from food. They can also be taken as a supplement, such as <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Benefiber-Prebiotic-Supplement-Digestive-Taste-Free\/dp\/B00CX3ASFE\/?tag=lifesavvysite-20\">the popular Benefiber<\/a>, but it\u2019s usually best to try and get all you need from your meals.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box \">\n<div class=\"product-img product-img-noaward\">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00CX3ASFE?tag=lifesavvysite-20\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41gDgR0wSLS._SL160_.jpg\" height=\"147px\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Prebiotics are found in carbohydrates. Some of the highest content is found in the following foods:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Chicory root<\/li>\n<li>Jerusalem artichokes<\/li>\n<li>Dandelion greens<\/li>\n<li>Onions<\/li>\n<li>Garlic<\/li>\n<li>Asparagus<\/li>\n<li>Bananas<\/li>\n<li>Leeks<\/li>\n<li>Apples<\/li>\n<li>Sweet potatoes<\/li>\n<li>Pumpkins and winter squash<\/li>\n<li>Oats<\/li>\n<li>Flaxseeds<\/li>\n<li>Seaweed<\/li>\n<li>Konjac root<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you add more of these vegetables and fruits to your diet, they\u2019ll work in tandem with your probiotic supplement to keep your microbiome balanced and healthy.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Postbiotics\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_4\">Postbiotics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A recent discovery in the microbiome world, <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/health.usnews.com\/health-care\/patient-advice\/articles\/what-are-postbiotics\">postbiotics<\/a> are the byproducts of probiotics. They\u2019re not living microorganisms, but rather, include\u00a0things like enzymes, organic acids, peptides, and polysaccharides. Postbiotics are showing many <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/chicago.suntimes.com\/well\/2021\/7\/22\/22530251\/postbiotics-new-research-shows-benefits-health-wellness\">promising health benefits<\/a>, including as an\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3575601\/\">anti-inflammatory<\/a>, immune-booster, and antioxidant.<\/p>\n<p>Studies are now ongoing worldwide, as scientists want to better understand all of the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/microbialcellfactories.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12934-020-01426-w\">potential benefits of postbiotics<\/a>, as well as how much they contribute to the entire microbiome. As they\u2019re byproducts of probiotics, postbiotics <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/digestive-disorders\/features\/what-are-postbiotics\">remain in your system<\/a> for much longer. Therefore, they can continue to heal, protect, and repair your gut microbiome longer than probiotics.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Putting_It_All_Together\"><\/span>Putting It All Together<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To keep your microbiome happy and healthy, a good combination of all three \u2018biotics\u2019 needs to exist. Again, the only way to get to this point is to eat fermented foods that are rich in dietary fiber and take a daily probiotic supplement. Together, these will then produce postbiotics that will help your gut thrive.<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<p>Now that you know the difference between pro-, pre-, and postbiotics, it\u2019s time to include more <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lifesavvy.com\/50523\/hard-kombucha-is-a-2021-trend-according-to-instacart\/\">fiber-rich foods in your daily meals. 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