Prebiotics

🧠 Purpose of Prebiotics

 (and why they matter for you)

Prebiotics are non-digestible fibers and compounds (like polyphenols) that feed and fuel the beneficial bacteria in your gut — especially the ones that support immunity, digestion, brain function, and inflammation control.

✅ Key Benefits of Prebiotics:

  1. Nourish Good Bacteria
    • Prebiotics help probiotics grow and thrive — without them, probiotics won’t stick around.
  2. Support Gut Lining Integrity
    • They produce short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) like butyrate, which heal the intestinal lining — crucial for Celiac recovery and leaky gut.
  3. Reduce Inflammation
    • SCFAs made from prebiotics also lower inflammation systemically, including in the brain and joints.
  4. Help Control Candida Overgrowth
    • A diverse, well-fed microbiome outcompetes Candida, making it harder for yeast to thrive.
  5. Improve Nutrient Absorption
    • A balanced gut helps you better absorb minerals like magnesium, calcium, and iron.
  6. Enhance Mood and Brain Health
    • Prebiotics feed microbes that produce neurotransmitters like GABA and serotonin — this supports your mood, sleep, and mental clarity.

🌿 Herb & Spice Blend (97.82% EVOO + 2.18% Seasonings)

Prebiotic: Moderate

  • Fennel, Ginger, Dill, Oregano, Thyme, Basil, Coriander, Marjoram: contain polyphenols and inulin-like compounds that feed beneficial gut bacteria.
  • These herbs help modulate the gut microbiome, reduce inflammation, and support digestion.

🍋 Lemon Juice (80% EVOO + 20% Lemon Juice)

Prebiotic: Moderate

  • Lemon juice may help stimulate digestive enzymes and mildly support gut function, but it’s not a true prebiotic.
  • However, its acidity can help balance microbiota and improve absorption of polyphenols from EVOO.

🍇 Balsamic Vinegar (80% EVOO + 20% Balsamic)

Prebiotic: High

  • Quality balsamic vinegar contains acetic acid and small amounts of oligosaccharides (prebiotic fibers) 
  • It can promote gut flora diversity and enhance digestion.

🌶 Chili Infused (Crushed & Bird’s Eye Chili)

Prebiotic: Low

  • Capsaicin has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects 
  • Useful for gut motility and metabolic stimulation

🌿 Herbal Spice Blend (98.69% EVOO + 1.31% Herbs)

Prebiotic: High

  • Includes fennel, rosemary, marjoram, thyme, basil, sage, tarragon, lavender, bay leaf, savory – many are rich in polyphenols and prebiotic compounds.