PREBIOTIC Definition & Meaning

prebiotic

[ pree-bahy-ot-ik ]

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adjective

Also . existing or occurring before life, or serving as a precursor to it:
These molecules played a critical role in the prebiotic evolution of life.
Even if habitable conditions existed only briefly, relics of prebiotic chemistry or rudimentary life still might remain.
being, having, or relating to a substance containing dietary fiber that stimulates the growth or activity of beneficial bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract:
Oats contain the prebiotic fiber beta-glucan.
Prebiotic food sources include bananas, leeks, onions, chicory, asparagus, and artichoke.

noun

a substance containing dietary fiber that stimulates the growth or activity of beneficial bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract: Compare probiotic ( def 1 ).
Our group has begun to develop strategies for incorporating prebiotics into convenience foods.

prebiotic

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adjective

occurring or existing before the emergence of life

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of prebiotic¹

First recorded in 1950–55 prebiotic fordef 1, 1990–95 prebiotic fordef 2; pre- ( def ) + biotic ( def )

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They’re squaring off over a new frontier: prebiotic soda, the fizzy, gut-friendly darlings of the wellness-industrial complex.

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The indie darling of the prebiotic world, poppi built its following on vibrant branding, influencer hype and a health-conscious narrative that felt effortlessly appealing.

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If Simply Pop is trying to make prebiotic soda normal, poppi is making sure it stays cool.

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This broader trend toward functional beverages sets the stage for prebiotic sodas, which now fit neatly into the wellness narrative, offering a fizzy alternative that promises both taste and digestive health benefits.

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Coke and Pepsi’s respective forays into prebiotic soda also come at a time when there is growing political discussion about what it means to “Make America Healthy Again,” a slogan and accompanying movement now associated with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the recently confirmed health and human services secretary.

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