The main difference between probiotics and prebiotics is that probiotics are live bacteria that are beneficial for gut health, while prebiotics are non-digestible fibers that serve as food for the beneficial bacteria in the gut.
Examples of probiotics include:
1. Lactobacillus acidophilus: commonly found in yogurt and fermented foods
2. Bifidobacterium lactis: commonly found in dairy products and probiotic supplements
3. Saccharomyces boulardii: a yeast probiotic commonly used to treat diarrhea and other gastrointestinal issues
Examples of prebiotics include:
1. Inulin: found in foods like onions, garlic, and bananas
2. Fructooligosaccharides (FOS): found in foods like asparagus, leeks, and chicory root
3. Resistant starch: found in foods like legumes, green bananas, and cooked and cooled potatoes.
what is main difference between probiotics and prebiotics. give with its examples as well.
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