For centuries, inulin has been used as a natural remedy for diarrhea. Recent research suggests that it may be effective against antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD), a common antibiotic side effect. AAD causes severe abdominal cramps and diarrhea.

According to research, inulin may lower the risk of cancer by promoting the function of good bacteria in the digestive tract. According to research, people who consume yogurt with live cultures regularly have a lower risk of developing colon cancer. Researchers believe this is because yogurt contains probiotics. When probiotics metabolize carbohydrates, they produce compounds known as short-chain fatty acids. In animal models, these compounds appear to inhibit tumor formation.

The effects of probiotic supplementation on memory and learning in older adults were studied by researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. They discovered that taking probiotics assisted in the maintenance of cognitive function over time. This benefit was most pronounced in people with low levels of acetylcholinesterase (AChE).

Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter that is important for memory and learning. When you learn something new, your brain produces more AChE for you to remember what you've learned. Because our brains produce fewer AChE enzymes as we age, we must work harder to retain information.

Researchers found that when participants aged 65 and older were given either Lactobacillus acidophilus or placebo capsules twice daily for six months, the group receiving the probiotic supplement performed better on tests designed to measure verbal fluency and attention. Dicalcium phosphate (CaHPO4) is a mineral commonly found in nutritional supplements. It helps to prevent tooth decay by binding to plaque and preventing it from hardening into tartar. Dicalcium phosphate is also a source of phosphorus in many multivitamin/mineral formulas.

Calcium and phosphorus are two essential minerals for strong bones. Calcium is required for bone formation and maintenance. Phosphorus is required for the formation and maintenance of muscle tissue. Calcium's recommended daily allowance (RDA) is 1,200 mg. The majority of Americans receive only about half of this amount. According to research, consuming dicalcium phosphate alongside other calcium sources increases calcium bioavailability. The ability of a nutrient to be absorbed from food is referred to as bioavailability. Phosphorus has an RDA of 800 mg. Many Americans are deficient in this nutrient. According to one study, only 34% of women between 50 and 70 met their phosphorus requirements.

In addition to preventing tooth decay, dicalcium phosphate can help treat osteoporosis. Osteoporosis occurs when bone mass is insufficient. The loss of bones begins in middle age and accelerates after menopause. Osteoporotic fractures are painful and frequently necessitate surgery.