How to Use prebiotic in a Sentence

prebiotic

1 of 2 adjective
  • Shea butter and the prebiotic oats the brand is known for get hands baby-smooth.
    Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 21 Aug. 2023
  • Top it off with a bit of seltzer or prebiotic soda (think Poppi or Olipop).
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 Nov. 2023
  • Put on these gloves for 10 minutes, and your hands will be coated in shea butter and prebiotic oat.
    Alicia Kortendick, cleveland, 19 Mar. 2020
  • The prebiotic soda brand stays in line with his healthy lifestyle and values.
    Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 1 Apr. 2022
  • To strengthen the immune system feed the gut the prebiotic fibers that nourish the good bacteria.
    Sheah Rarback, miamiherald, 5 Mar. 2018
  • Plus, it's made with the brand's s6 pro complex, which is a blend of prebiotic and probiotic extracts to help your skin feel smooth.
    Casey Clark, Peoplemag, 1 Feb. 2023
  • And then there are foods that are high in fiber (think: bananas, oats, and flaxseeds), which are considered prebiotic and feed the good bacteria.
    Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 31 Jan. 2023
  • What's more, each serving includes a dose of prebiotic fiber in the form of inulin from chicory root to help feed the microbiome.
    Stefani Sassos, Ms, Rdn, Cso, Cdn, Nasm-Cpt, Good Housekeeping, 13 July 2022
  • While all fiber is good, here are some great prebiotic fiber sources: Jerusalem artichokes, onions, garlic, and leeks, as well as chia seeds, flaxseeds, and hemp seeds.
    Liz Krieger, Harper's BAZAAR, 26 June 2017
  • While all fiber is good, here are some great prebiotic fiber sources: Jerusalem artichokes, onions, garlic, and leeks, as well as chia seeds, flaxseeds, and hemp seeds.
    Liz Krieger, Harper's BAZAAR, 26 June 2017
  • It’s then milled into flour higher in prebiotic fiber and lower in carbs that adds nutrition to your loaves of bread and baked goods.
    BostonGlobe.com, 4 May 2021
  • The ice cream’s secret weapons are stevia and prebiotic fiber (which replace the sugar and fat of typical ice cream) and … air.
    Heather Schwedel, Slate Magazine, 13 Aug. 2017
  • What makes this lotion stand out is its unique prebiotic oat complex.
    Lindsay Modglin, Health, 13 Feb. 2023
  • Plus, the prebiotic fiber found in oats help fuel your body’s probiotics, the friendly bacteria that lives in your GI tract.
    Caroline L. Young, M.s., R.d., L.d., Good Housekeeping, 27 Oct. 2022
  • Improves Gut Health Sea moss is rich in both soluble and prebiotic fiber.
    Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2023
  • This hydrating prebiotic mist can be used throughout the day for a refresh.
    Fiorella Valdesolo, WSJ, 8 June 2021
  • It's made with prebiotic grape water to balance the microbiome, as well as eucalyptus for a fresh scent that lasts up to 24 hours.
    Lindy Segal, Harper's BAZAAR, 10 July 2023
  • Reading Below Bananas Bananas are an easy grab-and-go snack that are a source of prebiotic fiber, which is necessary for good gut health.
    Alyssa Jung, Good Housekeeping, 27 July 2023
  • Sediments laden with the building blocks of life shaped the Earth-like landscapes of Titan, a moon at Saturn filled with prebiotic chemistry, a new study suggests.
    Elizabeth Howell, Forbes, 2 May 2022
  • Yet in terms of promoting gut health, prebiotic sodas fall flat.
    Karen Asp, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2023
  • Barley, pinto beans and pumpkin puree are some of the fiber superstars in this recipe while mushrooms have notable prebiotic fibers.
    Samantha Cassetty, NBC News, 1 Mar. 2018
  • Try a prebiotic or probiotic body wash instead, which will help power the good bacteria that prevent pore build-up in the first place.
    Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 22 May 2022
  • The best way to support your probiotic bacteria is to feed them prebiotic fiber, found in whole, plant foods like fruits and vegetables.
    Christine Byrne, Outside Online, 21 Oct. 2021
  • This line of balanced nutritional shakes are made with prebiotic fiber to support gut health.
    Good Housekeeping, 22 Aug. 2022
  • Four billion years ago, the prebiotic Earth was a messy place, a chaotic mélange of diverse starting materials.
    Quanta Magazine, 16 Sep. 2019
  • Our nutrition pros confirmed that the prebiotic fiber in these bars can help improve glycemic control and digestion.
    Good Housekeeping, 28 June 2022
  • Packed with the brand’s prebiotic thermal water, ceramides, niacinamide, and glycerin, this works to nourish and protect the skin barrier.
    Vogue, 3 Feb. 2022
  • Colorful fruits and veggies: Foods high in prebiotic fiber, including produce and 100% whole grains like oats, are also key.
    Good Housekeeping, 30 Jan. 2019
  • Jillian first focused her attention on Patrick’s skin, applying a pair of eye masks infused with a hydrating prebiotic serum.
    Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 9 Nov. 2023
  • Now, new preliminary research has pinpointed which five foods pack the most prebiotic content.
    Korin Miller, Health, 22 July 2023
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prebiotic

2 of 2 noun
  • The fiber acts as a prebiotic, a substance that feeds healthy bacteria in the gut.
    Ashleigh Spitza, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2018
  • When searching for foods rich in prebiotics – think fiber.
    Delaney Nothaft, USA TODAY, 20 Aug. 2023
  • New research has identified the five foods with the highest amount of prebiotics.
    Korin Miller, Health, 22 July 2023
  • There’s no question whether probiotics and prebiotics on their own are good for you.
    Anthea Levi, Health.com, 2 May 2018
  • The prebiotics found in sea moss serve as food for the gut microbiome, a key player in overall digestive health.
    Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2023
  • Use it to help reduce dark spots, even out skin tone, and nourish, thanks to the blend of prebiotics, probiotics, licorice, chia seeds, and butterfly bush.
    Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2023
  • Prebiotics are like the fuel, preparing your gut so the probiotics can do their thing.
    Anya Tchoupakov, Bon Appetit, 10 July 2017
  • Digestive health Sea moss contains fiber and prebiotics, both of which promote good gut health.
    Vogue, 8 Dec. 2023
  • These alliums contain extremely high amounts of prebiotics, which are what the good guys in our gut, the probiotics, feed on.
    Amber Rose, Bon Appetit, 25 Oct. 2017
  • Better yet, the biscuits support the gut with prebiotics and whole grains delivering nine grams of fiber per serving.
    Anna Haines, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2023
  • Garlic contains the fiber inulin, a prebiotic, which is known to boost good gut bacteria.
    Amy Fischer Ms, Rd, Cdn, Good Housekeeping, 18 July 2022
  • The recipes also contain whole grains for energy, as well as prebiotics to aid digestion.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 22 July 2023
  • Cabbage is also a good source of prebiotics, carbohydrates that are non-digestible in the body but that feed good gut bacteria.
    Beth Lipton / Health.com, Time, 14 July 2017
  • Resistant starch then acts as a prebiotic for healthy bacteria, known as probiotics.7 Whole grains are a good source of resistant starch.
    Health Editorial Team, Health, 8 May 2023
  • The main ingredient, Inulin, is a prebiotic that helps support digestive health and reduce the chances of your pup wanting to eat their own poop.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 16 Oct. 2022
  • Inulin is also a prebiotic that can encourage the growth of healthy bacteria for a happy gut.
    Adele Jackson-Gibson, Good Housekeeping, 3 Feb. 2020
  • Love that this product is formulated with prebiotics and postbiotics to help balance and maintain the scalp microbiome and prickly pear to help soothe the scalp.
    Deanna Pai, Women's Health, 19 July 2023
  • High in resistant starch, black beans act like a prebiotic during the digestion process to nourish the good bacteria.
    Valerie Agyeman, Good Housekeeping, 21 July 2022
  • When thinking of gut-friendly foods, keep in mind both prebiotic and probiotic foods.
    Lauren Delgado, OrlandoSentinel.com, 2 May 2018
  • For example, apples contain pectin, a fiber that acts as a prebiotic that can aid colon function and digestion.
    Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 12 Mar. 2023
  • Inulin also works as a prebiotic and can help stimulate the growth of healthy bacteria in the digestive system.
    Time, 26 Apr. 2018
  • Dandelion root contains inulin, which is a dietary fiber, and prebiotics, while chamomile and peppermint can help relax the intestines and keeps things moving.
    Emilia Benton, Women's Health, 11 Aug. 2023
  • Shots of olive oil, prebiotics, probiotics and green powders are touted as remedies for digestive malaise.
    Lori Youmshajekian, Scientific American, 1 Nov. 2023
  • Inulin, which is a gut-promoting prebiotic, is in coconut flour.
    By Sheah Rarback, miamiherald, 12 June 2017
  • Freekeh may also contain resistant starch which is a prebiotic that can help to stimulate the growth of healthy bacteria to aid in digestion.
    Leah Zerbe, Good Housekeeping, 19 Jan. 2023
  • Once in your stomach, freekeh acts as a prebiotic, stimulating the growth of healthy bacteria that aid digestion.
    Leah Zerbe, Good Housekeeping, 17 July 2018
  • The super serum also contains a prebiotic to help maintain the skin ecosystem for a more hydrated complexion.
    Joseph Deacetis, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2021
  • Probiotics and prebiotics help boost the health of the microbiome, which in turn supports our immune system, explained Majumdar.
    Lisa Drayer, CNN, 25 Mar. 2020
  • Probiotics and prebiotics are another hot area of interest, both among researchers and IBD patients.
    Markham Heid, TIME, 9 Feb. 2024
  • This product also contains inulin, a plant fiber that is considered a prebiotic.
    Shushy Rita Setrakian Ms, Verywell Health, 21 Feb. 2024

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