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Supplement used to support gut microbiota
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (medium) of Prebiotic probiotic supplement (5 g) has 19 calories. That works out to 380 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.3 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 3.5 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 5 g
19
KCAL / 5G
Carbs
4.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
3.5g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 89% · Protein 6% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 19 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 2 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 5 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 8 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 10 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 12 g | 46 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 15 g | 57 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 380 kcal |
Calculated from 380 calories per 100 g.
A prebiotic probiotic supplement combines live microorganisms with prebiotic ingredients that can feed certain gut microbes. Its effects depend on the specific strains and fibers included, so products in this category do not all have the same benefits.
Take a prebiotic probiotic supplement as its label directs; the best timing can vary with the product. If it does not specify, taking it with a meal may be easier on a sensitive stomach, but it does not suit every formulation.
Yes, many people can take a prebiotic probiotic supplement daily at the serving directed on the package. Whether ongoing use is useful depends on why you are taking it and its ingredients; avoid taking more than the recommended amount.
Yes, a prebiotic probiotic supplement can cause gas, bloating, or changes in bowel habits, especially when you first start taking it. Prebiotic fibers can ferment in the gut; stop and seek medical advice if symptoms are severe or persistent.
Often, a prebiotic probiotic supplement can be used during an antibiotic course, but the right approach depends on the product and medication. Ask your pharmacist about timing; separating the supplement from an antibiotic dose may be recommended.
There is no fixed time for a prebiotic probiotic supplement to work. Some people notice a change within days, while others notice none; the outcome depends on the strains, the reason for use, and individual response.
Some prebiotic probiotic supplements may help ease constipation, but the evidence and effects vary by ingredient and person. Increase fiber gradually if the product contains it, since a sudden increase can worsen gas or bloating.
Choose a prebiotic probiotic supplement by checking which probiotic strains and prebiotic ingredients it contains, along with its storage instructions. If you are targeting a particular symptom or condition, ask a healthcare professional whether those specific ingredients have relevant evidence.
Not always; whether a prebiotic probiotic supplement needs refrigeration depends on its formulation. Follow the package instructions, and keep it away from excess heat, moisture, and direct sunlight, which can reduce the viability of live microorganisms.
Use of a prebiotic probiotic supplement during pregnancy depends on its ingredients and your health situation. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your healthcare professional before starting one, because safety information can differ between products.
Vitamins
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B5
0.01mg · 0% DV
Biotin
0.05µg · 0% DV
B3
0.03mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
2.5mg · 0% DV
Calcium
3mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
1.25mg · 0% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
7.5mg · 0% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 19 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (5 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A prebiotic probiotic supplement combines prebiotic ingredients—often fermentable fibres—with probiotic microorganisms. It may come as a powder, capsule or sachet, and the cultures and serving directions vary by product. Powdered versions are commonly stirred into water or added to food.
The taste is often mild, sometimes with a noticeable fibre-like texture. For an easy breakfast, mix it into plain yoghurt or kefir, or follow the label’s directions for taking it with a drink. It is notably fibre-rich; a typical teaspoon-sized serving is about 5 g. Check the product instructions before adding it to hot foods, and use the suggested serving size.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.