6Sources of Prebiotics
Prebiotics can be found in many high-fiber foods. Fiber can feed healthy gut bacteria and allow them to thrive. Nevertheless, some foods can work as prebiotics even when they are not high in fiber. For instance, red wine is high in polyphenols, an antioxidant that can be digested by bacteria in the gut. The same holds true for cocoa. A couple of studies have suggested that polyphenols in cocoa could reduce unhealthy bacteria and increase healthy bacteria in the gut, such as Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria. Thus, consuming these foods and products can help your body recover after taking antibiotics. [6]
