Inulin and Resistant Dextrin Combination Reduces Gas Production in Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Yoshida Kazuma, Kokubo Eri, Morita Shunsuke, Sonoki Hirofumi, Miyaji Kazuhiro
Primary Institution: Health Care & Nutritional Science Institute, R&D Division, Morinaga Milk Industry Co., Ltd.
Hypothesis
Does combining inulin with resistant dextrin reduce gas production while maintaining prebiotic effects in older adults?
Conclusion
The combination of inulin and resistant dextrin has superior prebiotic effects and causes less gas production than inulin alone in older people.
Supporting Evidence
- The combination group showed significantly greater gut microbiota diversity.
- Gas production was lower in the combination group compared to the inulin-only group.
- All inulin was utilized by the gut microbiota during fermentation.
Takeaway
Mixing two types of fiber can help older people have a healthier gut without making them feel gassy.
Methodology
In vitro fecal fermentation was performed using fecal samples from older people to assess the effects of inulin and resistant dextrin.
Limitations
The study had a small sample size, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
Mean age of participants was 73.4 years, with five men and two women.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.10
Statistical Significance
p<0.10
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