What does a healthy gut look like?
A healthy gut is one with low inflammation and good barrier function, said Professor Bruce Hamaker, director of the Whistler Center for Carbohydrate Research at Purdue University during an education session at the show on Monday.
But what does that mean when it comes to microbial populations? We're often told that greater diversity in gut bacterial populations is always better, he said, but this is still an area that requires more research.
When it comes to fiber, meanwhile, he said, the health benefits are most apparent when you consume 25-29g/day, whereas most Americans only consume c.13-16g/day.
