4th Edition of International Conference on Probiotics and Prebiotics
March 26-28, 2026
Prebiotic Dietary Fiber
Prebiotic dietary fiber serves as the fuel for probiotics, fostering a healthy balance of gut bacteria. Unlike probiotics, which are live microorganisms, prebiotics are non-digestible fibers that pass through the digestive system intact, reaching the colon where they are fermented by beneficial bacteria. This fermentation process produces short-chain fatty acids, which nourish the cells lining the colon and contribute to overall gut health. Common sources of prebiotic fiber include chicory root, onions, garlic, bananas, and whole grains. Incorporating prebiotic-rich foods into your diet can promote the growth of beneficial bacteria, supporting digestion, immune function, and potentially even mental health. As part of a balanced diet, prebiotics and probiotics work synergistically to maintain optimal gut microbiota composition and function.
Dipak P Ramji
Cardiff University, United Kingdom
Jason Ryan
Sacco System, Australia
David Pineda Ereno
DPE International Consulting, Belgium
Thi Thu Hao Van
RMIT University, Australia
Yasin Ozdemir
Ataturk Horticultural Central Research Institute, Turkey
Esperanza Martinez Romero
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico, Mexico
Suriyavathana Muthukrishnan
Periyar University, IndiaSubmit your abstract Today
Title : Results from a cross-sectional observational study examining irritable bowel syndrome patients six months after finishing their participation in the ViIBS trial
Jacek Piatek, Calisia University, Poland
Title : Gut microbiome as a driver of healthy ageing
Thi Thu Hao Van, RMIT University, Australia
Title : Treating irritable bowel syndrome patients with a balanced multi-strain synbiotic–results from a multi-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial (the ViIBS trial)
Henning Sommermeyer, Calisia University, Poland
Title : Molecular mechanisms underlying the anti-atherogenic actions of probiotics
Dipak P Ramji, Cardiff University, United Kingdom
Title : Global regulatory trends on the use of probiotics and prebiotics in foods and food supplements
David Pineda Ereno, DPE International Consulting, Belgium
Title : Biochemical profile and nutripotential glimpses of Terminalia arjuna bark extract
Suriyavathana Muthukrishnan, Periyar University, India