Prebiotic foods are typically high in fiber and can stimulate the growth and activity of beneficial bacteria in the large intestine. They do not contain live cultures themselves, but rather provide nourishment for these bacteria. Low-fiber foods like yogurt are not typically considered prebiotic.

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Prebiotic Foods

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Prebiotic foods

A) contain live bacterial cultures.
B) are usually fiber rich and can stimulate the growth of bacteria in the large intestine.
C) provide precursors to bacteria to initiate colonization of the colon.
D) are low-fiber foods like yogurt.

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