Prebiotin - GF
Feb. 23rd, 2011 12:25 pm![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png){kind=small}
helwenGrains have prebiotin in them, so when a person stops eating these grains, they're reducing their intake of prebiotin. Prebiotin helps feed the healthy bacteria in our intestines, and many other good things besides, like helping with calcium absorption. And calcium absorption is not only good for building bones, but we need calcium for a number of functions in our bodies.
Some foods that also have prebiotin are asparagus, onions, garlic, and leeks. There is a good list at this site: http://www.prebiotin.com/?page_id=1175
It is also possible to buy prebiotin as a supplement. Just make sure to get a gluten-free one. In general though, I think trying to get it through regular food is the best way.
Some foods that also have prebiotin are asparagus, onions, garlic, and leeks. There is a good list at this site: http://www.prebiotin.com/?page_id=1175
It is also possible to buy prebiotin as a supplement. Just make sure to get a gluten-free one. In general though, I think trying to get it through regular food is the best way.
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Date: 2011-02-23 05:35 pm (UTC)I notice that all of the prebiotic-rich foods they list are very healthy, which is a plus. Gobo (burdock root) is also rich in prebiotics, and so good for you. Now I want a stir fry of gobo, garlic, and onions. ;)
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Date: 2011-02-23 05:46 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2011-02-24 12:21 am (UTC)Spring gobo can be stringy and tough, but if you nab it before the flower stalk starts to emerge it's still manageable. Late summer and early fall gobo is juicy and tasty, and can be root cellared (or kept in a half-whiskey-barrel planter) over the winter.