Inulin is the stuff that yogurt makers use so they can call their product "high fiber." Ever heard of it? My colleagues at Newhouse News Service provide us with this report. Everybody should have ...

Fiber is "the new protein," according to market research firms. But it could also be the new pain in your stomach. If you're like most Americans, you're trying to add more fiber to your diet. That's a ...

Because inulin itself is not specifically a single entity, its safety is viewed in the context of the plant containing it. Consequently, allergic reactions to plants with high inulin content are ...

The amount of inulin that should be consumed depends on individual tolerance and goals. In adults with specific conditions, the following amounts are recommended [19]: For those with diabetes: 10 ...

Inulin is a type of soluble fiber that comes from plants. It acts as a prebiotic, the naturally occurring, nondigestible parts of food that feed the healthy bacteria that live in your gut. Although ...

Chief among the most sought-after nutrients is fiber. Decades of research has shown that fiber leads to numerous positive outcomes including decreased chronic disease, increased longevity and improved ...

KANSAS CITY — A survey released this year revealed how consumers are confused about whether food items, including bread, affect their digestion positively or negatively. Adding and promoting fiber in ...

“For individuals looking to make changes based on this study, taking an inulin-based powder is something they could chat with their doctor or dietitian about. I would also advise eating more ...

New research in rats finds a diet high in the prebiotic fiber inulin offered a protective effect against the damage of a high-salt diet. The research will be presented this week at the American ...

Increasing daily intake of fiber is a seemingly simple piece of advice for patients who are looking to improve their gastrointestinal health and reduce their risk for various diseases, but this ...