Oligosaccharides
Description
Oligosaccharides are a group of Carbohydrates consisting of 3 - 15 Monosaccharide molecules linked together.
Oligosaccharides may Enhance the Function of these Substances
Proteins
Oligosaccharides are a component of many endogenous Glycoproteins and Hormones.
These Substances may Cause the Production of Endogenous Oligosaccharides
Carbohydrates
Endogenous Oligosaccharides are produced during the digestion of many types of Polysaccharides.
These Substances may Enhance the Function of Oligosaccharides
Microorganisms
Propionibacterium freudenreichii produces a Bifidogenic Growth Stimulator (BGS) named ACNQ which may selectively enhance the utilization of Oligosaccharides by Bifidobacteria. [1]
Dietary Sources of Oligosaccharides
Seeds
Oligosaccharides are a constituent of many types of Seeds.
Human Dietary Intake of Oligosaccharides
The typical Western diet supplies 2 - 8 grams per day of Oligosaccharides.
Types of Oligosaccharides
Mannoheptulose
Xylooligosaccharides
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