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Garlic Extracts Improve Intestinal Health and Relieve Constipation
Jenn Hoskins
15th May, 2024
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Key Findings
- The study by Universiti Malaysia Sabah found that garlic polysaccharides (GPs) improved gut health in Kunming mice
- GPs enhanced the expression of tight-junction proteins and mucins, strengthening the intestinal barrier
- GPs promoted beneficial gut bacteria and reduced harmful bacteria, improving gut microbiota balance and reducing inflammation
References
Main Study
1) Effects of garlic-derived fructan and oligofructose mixtures on intestinal health and constipation relief in mice.
Published 14th May, 2024
https://doi.org/10.1002/jsfa.13567
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