Inulin

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Description

Inulin is a Fructosan Glycan Polysaccharide comprised of linked units (polymers) of Fructose.

Health Benefits of Inulin

Cardiovascular System

 Inulin may help to prevent Atherosclerosis.  [1] 

Digestive System

 Inulin may alleviate Colitis.  [2]

 Inulin may alleviate Constipation.  [3]

Immune System

 Inulin may help to prevent (carcinogen-induced) Cancer - Breast.  [4]

 Inulin may help to prevent Cancer - Colon (by facilitating the growth of Bifidobacteria in the Large Intestine).  [5]

 Inulin may increase the activity of NK Lymphocytes.  [6]

Metabolism

 Inulin may lower total serum Cholesterol levels.  [7]

 Inulin may alleviate Diabetes Mellitus (by lowering elevated Blood Sugar levels).  [8]

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  • Lipids
  • Microorganisms
  • Minerals
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