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Source of validity: Scientific
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Prebiotic blends, typically containing fibers such as inulin, fructooligosaccharides (FOS), or galactooligosaccharides (GOS), have some emerging scientific evidence supporting their potential role in modulating allergic responses, including food allergies. Prebiotics function by selectively promoting the growth of beneficial gut microbiota, such as Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli. These beneficial bacteria can influence immune system development and responses, particularly in early life. Several animal studies and a limited number of human clinical trials suggest that prebiotic supplementation may help reduce the risk of developing allergic diseases, including food allergies, especially when administered during infancy or early childhood. The hypothesized mechanism involves improved gut barrier function, modulation of immune responses (such as promoting regulatory T cells), and reduction of inflammation.

However, the clinical evidence is still preliminary and somewhat inconsistent. The most promising results come from studies on the prevention of atopic dermatitis or eczema, rather than direct prevention or treatment of established food allergies in older children or adults. Major clinical guidelines currently do not recommend prebiotics as a primary or standalone treatment for food allergies, but recognize their potential as a supportive measure, especially as part of a broader strategy to support immune health and tolerance induction. Therefore, while prebiotic blends are scientifically plausible and show early promise, robust, high-quality clinical trials are needed before they can be confidently recommended for the management or treatment of food allergies.

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