Did you know that the polysaccharides in FIGO TINTO® can relieve chronic constipation by directly modulating the gut microbiota? A study proves it.
Researchers evaluated the efficacy of the polysaccharide extract of Opuntia dillenii (HIGO TINTO®) in a mouse model of loperamide-induced constipation. The results show a probiotic, laxative, and bowel function-restoring effect through the modulation of beneficial bacteria and key metabolites such as short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs).
What was investigated?
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The polysaccharide extract of HIGO TINTO® (ODP) was administered to mice with induced constipation.
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The following were evaluated:
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Frequency and weight of stools
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Fecal water content
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Intestinal transit time
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Changes in gut microbiota (16S rRNA)
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SCFA (acetate, propionate, butyrate) levels
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Markers of intestinal inflammation (IL-1β, TNF-α)
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Key results
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Significant increase in the frequency, weight, and water content of stools.
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Reduction of intestinal transit time , promoting motility.
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Reversal of induced dysbiosis:
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↑ Lactobacillus , Bifidobacterium , Akkermansia
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↓ Clostridium and Escherichia-Shigella
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↑ SCFA production, improving colonocyte health
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↓ Levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines in the gut
Why does it work?
The soluble polysaccharides in FIGO TINTO® act as prebiotic fiber :
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They stimulate beneficial bacteria
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They improve stool hydration and volume.
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They reduce mild intestinal inflammation.
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They strengthen the intestinal barrier
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They promote the overall balance of the gut-brain axis
Current application
This type of extract is valuable for:
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People with slow transit, functional constipation, or microbiota imbalances
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Use as a complement in digestive or detox treatments
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Formulation of plant-based prebiotic products
Related products from Tuno Canarias
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Dried TINTO FIG® powder : a base rich in functional polysaccharides for digestion and gut microbiota
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HIGO TINTO® Family Max : daily formula that includes gentle fiber and betalains for digestive well-being
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HIGO TINTO® BOOST : provides energy and antioxidants for active people
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Digestive Creamer : with probiotics, Q10, lion's mane and ginkgo, designed for digestive and immune health
Conclusion
The FIGO TINTO® offers a comprehensive solution to constipation, addressing the root of the problem: an imbalance in the gut microbiota. Its effect on intestinal bacteria and the production of SCFAs confirms that it is much more than just fiber: it is a natural and profound intestinal regulator .
When the bowels flow smoothly, the body is balanced. And FIGO TINTO® is part of that harmony.
Reference
Luo, L., et al. (2023)
Therapeutic Efficacy of Opuntia dillenii Polysaccharide Extract in Alleviating Constipation via Modulation of Gut Microbiota and Metabolites in Mice
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, Vol. 243, 125226.
DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.125226
