Inulin

Clinical trial

Mechanism of Action

Prebiotic support for beneficial intestinal bacteria; enhances colonic SCFA production and mucosal immunity

Prebiotic substrate for Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus; enhances butyrate production

Prebiotic substrate for Bifidobacterium spp.; modulates gut barrier function and enhances short-chain fatty acid production

Prebiotic (promotes Bifidobacterium/Lactobacillus growth); modulates blood glucose; immunomodulatory

Research Notes

Burdock RootWestern

Burdock root contains 3-5% inulin which selectively feeds Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus spp. Clinical evidence supports improved digestion and reduced intestinal dysbiosis.

Chicory RootWestern

Chicory root contains 15-20% inulin with documented prebiotic efficacy in clinical trials. Increases beneficial bacteria populations within 2-3 weeks.

Dandelion RootWestern

Inulin from dandelion root enhances beneficial intestinal microbiota and increases butyrate production. Clinical trials show improved bowel regularity and reduced constipation symptoms.

ElecampaneWestern

Well-established prebiotic effects; may improve insulin sensitivity; supports gut immune function via microbiome modulation

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3D Molecular Structure

Polysaccharide (Fructan)

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Inulin

Polysaccharide (Fructan)Complex carbohydrate polymers that modulate immune response

Representative pattern: (C₆H₁₀O₅)ₙ

Atoms

Carbon

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