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NOW Foods Inulin Prebiotic Pure Powder

NOW Foods · Powder · 5000 mg

Price/day

€0.26

Dose

5000 mg

Servings/pack

45

Pack price

€11.90

Transparency Index

7.4/10

Recommended If you want to supplement inulin simply and affordably, this powder is excellent — no frills, just pure prebiotic.

Rating breakdown

Evidence for ingredient 7.0/10

Inulin as a prebiotic fiber has well-documented effects on the gut microbiome, gut health, and blood sugar regulation. It is among the well-researched prebiotics, though clinical relevance varies depending on dosage and baseline condition.

Value for money 8.0/10

About €0.26 per day for 5 g of pure inulin powder is very price-attractive. Powder form allows flexible dosing and easy integration into drinks or food.

Product quality 7.0/10

NOW Foods inulin powder is a simple, pure product without additives. GMP-compliant production and in-house quality testing are positive attributes.

Label honesty 8.0/10

Clear, honest product label: pure inulin powder without hidden ingredients. No exaggerated health claims — a refreshingly simple supplement.

Third-party testing 7.0/10

NOW Foods references its in-house quality lab and GMP compliance — solid for a bulk ingredient of this type.

Product Description

NOW Foods Inulin Prebiotic Pure Powder contains 5 g of pure inulin per serving (227 g, approximately 45 servings). Inulin is a natural prebiotic fiber from chicory root that serves as a food source for beneficial gut bacteria (especially Bifidobacteria). Powder form enables flexible dosing — from 2.5 g to 10 g daily.

What We Like

  • Pure inulin powder without additives
  • Flexibly dosed and easy to mix in
  • Affordable — under €0.30/day
  • Well-researched prebiotic for gut health

What We’re Missing

  • Not regularly available in Germany
  • Gastrointestinal adjustment needed — too-high initial doses can cause bloating
  • No independent third-party certificate
  • Only 45 servings per pack at 5 g standard dose

Usage Recommendation

Start with a small dose (2–3 g) and gradually increase to 5–10 g daily. Stir into water, juice, or food.

Ingredient dossier

Inulin is a prebiotic fiber with solid biological plausibility for gut health. Practically beneficial, but not an aging shortcut.

Read full dossier: Inulin (Prebiotikum) →