What Makes Growing Up Prebiotics Different from Gummy Fiber?

If you’ve ever stood in the vitamin aisle wondering whether your kid should take gummy fiber or a prebiotic powder like Growing Up Prebiotics, you’re not alone. While both can support digestion, they aren’t the same, and the difference matters for your little one’s gut health.

Here’s how Growing Up Prebiotics compares to typical gummy fiber supplements and why it works differently (and often better) for long-term gut health and regularity.

1. Clinically Studied Prebiotics vs. Generic Fiber

Most gummy fiber products use generic soluble fiber, like corn fiber, dextrin, or polydextrose. While these can help bulk stool, they don’t do much to nourish the beneficial bacteria in your kid’s gut (1).

Growing Up Prebiotics is made from two clinically studied prebiotics:

• Chicory root inulin, a natural plant fiber shown to help soften stool and improve stool frequency in kids (2).

• 2’-FL HMO, a prebiotic modeled after the human milk oligosaccharides found in breast milk. It feeds good gut bacteria, supports the gut barrier, and helps balance the microbiome (3).

2. Supports Gut Health Beyond Pooping

Gummy fibers focus primarily on bulking stool. They don’t typically support the broader microbiome.

Growing Up Prebiotics goes beyond stool softening to:

• Feed beneficial gut bacteria like Bifidobacterium

• Support immune function via a healthier gut barrier

• Contribute to overall gut balance, not just digestion

It addresses both symptoms (constipation) and may also help support root causes (for example, gut imbalances).

3. Tasteless, Texture-Free, and Easy to Mix

Gummies rely on sugar, gelatin, or pectin to hold their shape. Many contain 2–5 grams of added sugar per serving, plus artificial flavors or dyes.

Growing Up Prebiotics is:

• Tasteless and texture-free: mixes into water, milk, yogurt, smoothies, or food without detection

• Free from added sugar, dyes, or fillers

• Gentle enough for toddlers 1+ and flexible for daily use

4. Dosed Appropriately for Little Tummies

Gummy fiber often comes with a downside: too much too fast can lead to gas, bloating, or tummy aches. This is especially true with larger doses of generic fiber that aren't always tailored for younger kids.

Growing Up Prebiotics is formulated with gentle, age-appropriate doses of clinically studied prebiotics—chicory root inulin and 2’-FL HMO. This combination supports regularity over time without overwhelming your kiddo’s digestive system. It’s designed to be both effective and easy on little tummies (2,3).

Summary: Gummy Fiber vs. Growing Up Prebiotics

	Gummy Fiber	Growing Up Prebiotics
Fiber Source	Generic (corn fiber, dextrin, etc.)	Clinically studied chicory root inulin + 2'-FL HMO
Primary Benefit	Bulks stool	Supports gut microbiome + softens stool
Taste/Form	Chewy, sweet	Tasteless, texture-free powder
Other Benefits	Mostly digestion	Digestion + gut health + immunity
Added Sugar	Yes (in most gummies)	None
Dosing Approach	One-size-fits-most, can cause overload	Age-appropriate, gentle on digestion