What are FOS?
Fructo-oligosaccharides
- FOS, a kind of soluble fibre, promote growth of "good" bacteria. This helps maintain the balance of microorganisms in the digestive tract. Good bacteria help prevent growth of harmful bacteria that can cause diarrhoea and other illnesses.
- FOS help maintain a normal intestinal microflora
- FOS help improve bowel function
- Natural sources of FOS include onions, bananas, shallots, wheat and garlic
- Other sources of FOS include Abbott nutritional products like Gain® (for children 1 year old onward), PediaSure Complete® (for picky eaters and children not eating well 1 - 10 years), Ensure® Life (complete and balanced nutrition for adults), Glucerna® SR (specialised nutrition for people with diabetes) and ProSure® (specialised nutrition for cancer patients).
Learn more about Abbott's products with FOS - Gain®, PediaSure Complete®, Ensure® Life, Glucerna® SR and ProSure®.
You can also try a free sample here.
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