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Wendy Christien - Prebiotics

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Prebiotics are an indigestible dietary fiber that encourage the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut. Because they are not digestible, they travel to the lower parts of the intestines where they become a food source for our friendly gut bacteria.
Wendy tells us how to know if you lack prebiotics and which foods will serve us best if we want to increase levels in our body.
1 Jun 2023 English South Africa Health & Fitness · Christianity

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