Galactooligosaccharides

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Description

Galactooligosaccharides are a group of Oligosaccharides that contain Galactose in their structure. 

Health Benefits of Galactooligosaccharides

Digestive System

 Galactooligosaccharides may alleviate Constipation.  [1]

Skin

 Galactooligosaccharides may help to prevent (atopic) Eczema.  [2]

Galactooligosaccharides may Enhance the Function of these Substances

Lipids

 Galactooligosaccharides may facilitate the production of Acetic Acid in the Colon.  [3]

Microorganisms

 Galactooligosaccharides may facilitate the growth of Bacteria - Beneficial in the Digestive System:

 Galactooligosaccharides may facilitate the growth of Bifidobacteria in the Digestive System.  [4]

Dosage Recommendations

 A commonly recommended dose of Galactooligosaccharides is 10 grams per day.

 

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