Synbiotics are combinations of probiotics (live beneficial bacteria) and prebiotics (non-digestible fibers that feed them), designed to synergistically improve gut health. They enhance SCFA production—primarily acetate, propionate, and butyrate—more effectively than probiotics or prebiotics alone by providing both the microbes and their preferred substrates for fermentation in the colon. This synergistic combination boosts microbial diversity, […]
Prebiotics vs. Probiotics: Key Differences and Benefits Both prebiotics and probiotics support gut health in complementary ways: Probiotics introduce live beneficial bacteria, while prebiotics nourish existing ones. Often combined as synbiotics for enhanced effects, they promote microbiome balance, which is linked to digestion, immunity, and more. Below is a comparison based on recent expert guidance. […]