No, they may sound the same but they aren’t the same. Briefly, prebiotics are non-digestible food components that selectively stimulate the growth or activity of microorganisms. Read more to gain more insights about prebiotics and probiotics!

What are prebiotics and why we should care? Prebiotics are the hidden gems that nourish our microbial heroes – probiotics. In simpler words, prebiotics are basically the food for the probiotics that live in our gut. Prebiotics presents in the form of polyphenols or fibers and may be found in everyday foods like fruits, vegetables, beans, legumes, and fermented foods. Prebiotics are non-digestible compounds but can be digested by the gut microbiota, contributing to their positive growth. The gut microbiota is known to be in a tip top service when they are fueled with variety of so-called good foods – none other than variety of prebiotics. This is definitely the beginning of all the magical things that happen in a happy gut.

These tiny superheroes may not wear cape, but they possess superpowers that benefit our health in remarkable ways. Probiotics are live microorganisms that have been proven to improve health when taken or applied to the body (National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, 2019). Probiotics come in a variety of microorganisms – the most common are the ones that belong to groups called Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium. Different probiotics possess different roles, from combating gut problems to supporting mental wellness as well as strengthening a healthy immune system – probiotics are truly superheroes! Let’s make room for these powerful bacteria in our life and let them be our trusty sidekicks on the quest for a healthier, and happier you!