EcoWatch: Prebiotics are types of dietary fiber that feed the friendly bacteria in your gut. This helps the gut bacteria produce nutrients for your colon cells and leads to a healthier digestive system (1).
Some of these nutrients include short-chain fatty acids like butyrate, acetate and propionate (2).
These fatty acids can also be absorbed into the bloodstream and improve metabolic health (2).
However, prebiotics should not be confused with probiotics. For more, read this article that explains...