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Baobab Fruit

Adansonia digitata

Nutrient-rich

Baobab fruit powder is a fiber-rich, tart superfruit used for gut regularity, prebiotic-style support, and antioxidant routines. It’s more ‘food-fiber’ than ‘medicine.’

Key Benefits

High in fiber for regularity and stool support routines.
Prebiotic-style support for gut microbiome routines (food use).
Provides antioxidants and vitamin/mineral support as a whole-food powder.

Common Issues It May Help With

Constipation/regularity routines.
Gut microbiome support routines.
General nutrition support routines.

How To Use (Simple)

Powder: mix into smoothies, yogurt, oatmeal, or water.
Start low to avoid gas and increase gradually.
Pairs well with citrus, honey, and berries.

Taste / Notes

Tart, citrus-like.

Evidence Level

Good general evidence for fiber benefits; specific baobab research is emerging.

Cautions

Too much too fast can cause gas/bloating. Hydrate with fiber.

Interactions

May slow absorption of meds/supplements—separate by 1–2 hours if needed.

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