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Oligosaccharide

What are Oligosaccharides? —умайште, что такое олигосахариды Ok it might sound like a really fancy word but its just a carbohydrate. Why are carbohydrates necessary as energy sugars of the body. When we consume our food, our bodies release carbohydrates to yield the energy that fuels us to jog around the park, read stories and everything we absolutely love doing. 


Oligosaccharides are unique because they consist of a smaller number chain sugar molecules than in other carbohydrates such as starch or regular sugars They are therefore distinct from each other and can affect our bodies in different ways. Oligosaccharides are plentiful in relatively common foods that we eat on a daily basis, such as grains wheat and oats), sweet fruits, bananas and apples), and vibrant vegetables  onions and garlic).

The Role of Oligosaccharides in Human Health

Unlike other carbohydrates, the importance of oligosaccharides and xylooligosaccharide in protecting our health are largely unreported but they are doing an important job. Their main job is to protect the natural flora of our gut, which are the floras that help digest food in our body. Oligosaccharides are the food of some hazel bacteria residing in our colon. Good bacteria are very important for us because these bacteria help in digestion of our food and maintain the strength of our immune system. 


Oligosaccharides are important for gut health and so many food and drink companies want to include them in their products. They appear in many foods such as; smooth yogurt, crisp granola bars and they already show up on our favorite new drinks including sports beverages, shakes and juices. This ensures that they are healthier for all who consume these products by including more oligosaccharides.

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