Fructans - Medical News and Research Articles

Fiber is both diet fad and fixture for good health—why there is no one‑size‑fits‑all way to increase intake

The numbers are clear: Americans aren't getting enough fiber.

Sep 23, 2026

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Small bowel microbiome offers clues to women's health

A new study by investigators at Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University has identified differences in the makeup and organization of the small bowel microbiome between women and men. The findings, published in iScience, could ...

Sep 7, 2026

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Metabolites produced by gut bacteria may protect against fungal infection

A metabolic byproduct formed when gut bacteria break down dietary fiber appears to protect against dangerous fungal infections common in immunocompromised patients, a study led by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers ...

Jul 14, 2026

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Fruit and nuts fight non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

Eating fruit and nuts can help protect against non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)—but a popular fiber supplement can make the condition worse, research by Edith Cowan University (ECU) has found. The paper, "Ellagic ...

Apr 28, 2026

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Celiac disease may blunt high-fiber benefits when key gut microbes are missing

Many people with celiac disease are advised to eat more fiber to support digestion and manage symptoms, either through diet or prescribed fiber supplements. New research from McMaster University shows that the benefits of ...

Mar 31, 2026

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Gut health supplement relieves arthritis pain, finds new study

A new study has found that a prebiotic fiber supplement reduced pain, improved grip strength, and lowered pain sensitivity in people with knee osteoarthritis (OA)—with far fewer dropouts than a digital physiotherapy program. ...

Mar 12, 2026

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Scientists create 'smart underwear' to measure human flatulence

Scientists at the University of Maryland have created Smart Underwear, the first wearable device designed to measure human flatulence. By tracking hydrogen in flatus, the device helps scientists revisit long-standing assumptions ...

Feb 10, 2026

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Gluten-free beer may still contain compounds that cause digestive upset

The GLUTEN3S research group of the University of the Basque Country (EHU) has identified the presence of fructans and amylase/trypsin inhibitor (ATI) proteins in gluten-free beers made from barley, compounds that can cause ...

Dec 16, 2025

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Can colostrum supplements improve your skin, gut and immune system? A nutritionist explains

Colostrum is often called "liquid gold" by lactation specialists, midwives and infant-health researchers. It's the early milk produced in the first days after childbirth: thick, yellow and rich in antibodies, proteins and ...

Nov 10, 2025

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