What is FOS and why would I want it?
Glad you asked...FOS stands for Fructo OligoSaccharides. This is a type of sugar that feeds only the healthy bacteria (aka microflora) in your intestines and is often referred to as prebiotic. Prebiotics stimulate the growth of the healthy microflora that populate your large intestine. Stimulating the growth of the healthy microflora helps the body keep unhealthy micro-organisms under control. Which leads to healthier digestion and a stronger immune system, to name a few benefits.
However the FOS in onions (or any other source), does not necessarily replace the need for supplemental probiotics. The term probiotic refers to supplemental healthy microflora. Please consult with your naturopath before starting or stopping probiotics.
Here is a list of some foods containing FOS/Prebiotics:
Fruits - apples and bananas
Vegetables - onions, garlic, asparagus, leeks and Jerusalem artichokes
Herbs - chicory root, burdock root and dandelion root
Breast milk (for babies)
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