Many people heard about inulin, how it is good for the gut microbiota, human microbiome, gut health, etc but not many know from where inulin was primary derived and what herbs are rich in that beneficial compound.

If you would like to improve your digestion and support your gut microbiota, look at Elecampane (Inula helenium) which is beautiful medicinal herb rich in inulin and essential oils.

Inulin is complex carbohydrate contains microbiota shaping compounds.

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Elecampane actions

1. Increases in Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli

2. Production of beneficial metabolites

3. Increases calcium absorption

4. Decreases protein fermentation

5. Decreases pathogenic bacteria populations

6. Decreases allergy risk

7. Effects on gut barrier permeability

8. Improved immune system defence.

So much goodness in one medicinal plant! Powder can be added and mixed in to smoothies, porridge, yogurt, milk, ice-cream!