Prebiotics promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria, leading to increased production of short-chain fatty acids. These acids lower gut pH, enhancing the absorption of minerals like calcium and magnesium, crucial for bone health.
Prebiotics, non-digestible food ingredients, selectively stimulate the growth and/or activity of beneficial bacteria in the gut. These bacteria then produce short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), such as butyrate, acetate, and propionate. These SCFAs lower the gut pH, which enhances the solubility of minerals like calcium and magnesium in the intestinal lumen. Increased solubility leads to improved absorption of these minerals through the intestinal wall and into the bloodstream. This enhanced mineral absorption contributes to improved bone mineral density and overall skeletal health.