You’ve heard of probiotics - but prebiotics might be the real gut heroes.
At DeeBee’s Organics, we’re passionate about creating treats that are not only delicious but also rooted in science and organic goodness. That’s why you’ll find prebiotics on the ingredient list in our new SuperFruit Prebiotic Juice Boxes. These juice boxes offer more than a refreshing sip – they may also help fuel a healthy gut.
What Are Prebiotics?
You’ve probably heard of probiotics - good bacteria that support your digestive and immune systems. But have you heard of prebiotics? Prebiotics are a special type of dietary fiber that acts as food for probiotics. Unlike probiotics (which are live organisms), prebiotics are non-digestible fibers that travel to your gut and help the good bacteria grow happy and healthy.
Natural sources of prebiotics include:
- Cassava root
- Chicory root
- Garlic and onions
- Bananas
- Jerusalem artichoke
Why Prebiotics Are Great For Kids
Growing bodies need strong foundations, and the gut is at the center of it all. In fact, about 70% of the immune system lives in the gut.¹ Supporting a healthy microbiome early in life can make a big difference for digestion, immunity, and even energy, mood, and focus.
That’s why we have added plant-based prebiotics to our new kid-friendly juice boxes.
Prebiotics can:
- Support healthy digestion: Fewer tummy troubles, more smiles.
- Promote balanced energy: A happy gut helps absorb the good stuff - like vitamins and minerals.²
- Boost natural immunity: A well-fed microbiome is your child’s built-in defense system. ³
Unlike sugary snacks and drinks that lead to energy spikes and crashes, prebiotics help promote steady energy for play, learning, and growing. While there were many prebiotic options to choose from, we opted for 1g of organic cassava root for our juice boxes. It is important for kids to get prebiotics from many sources.
What is Cassava and Why Do We Use It?
Cassava might not be on your weekly grocery list (yet!), but this humble root is a superhero in the world of clean, kid-friendly ingredients.⁴ It’s a root vegetable, similar to sweet potatoes or yams, that's naturally gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free, and rich in resistant starch. Which acts as—you guessed it—a prebiotic. Native to South America, cassava also goes by other names like yuca, manioc, mandioca, and tapioca.
We love cassava because:
- It’s gut-friendly and easy to digest.
- It’s naturally allergy-friendly—great for families with food sensitivities.
- It has a neutral taste that blends beautifully with fruit juice – no weird aftertaste!
From lunchboxes to after-school snacks, we believe your kids deserve treats that do more than just taste good - they should help them feel good too. That’s why we lean on natural and science-backed ingredients like cassava. Because healthy habits start early, and deliciously.
