People Are Taking More Probiotics, but Still Skimping on Fiber

5 min read

Key Points

A new study shows a dramatic increase in people taking probiotic supplements for gut health.

Fiber intake, on the other hand, remains mostly unchanged.

Here, dietitians break down the findings and explain how to protect your gut health.

If you struggle to get enough of certain nutrients from food alone, taking a supplement can help. But research suggests that more people may be skipping straight to supplementation without trying to make tweaks to their diet first.

Meet the experts: Melissa Prest, D.C.N., R.D.N., spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; Keri Gans, M.S., R.D.N., C.D.N., registered dietitian and…

Read the full article at PREVENTION.COM