Summary
Pectin and inulin both stimulate mucus formation, with pectin increasing the relative abundance of cecal Lactobacillus and inducing less relative abundance of potentially harmful bacteria such as Helicobacter in mucosal microbiota than inulin.
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Inulin is a type of dietary fiber that can provide distinct health benefits, such as reducing cholesterol levels, hydrating and moving waste through the intestines, and aiding in heart protection, diabetes prevention, and weight loss.
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Inulin is a naturally occurring polysaccharide produced by many types of plants, most often extracted from chicory, and is used to improve the nutritional value of manufactured food products.
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Inulin is also used to measure kidney function.
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