You've heard of pro- and prebiotics, but what are postbiotics? Gut health experts reveal all

Bowl of leafy vegetables, chickpeas and fibre-rich foods with woman's hands around the bowl and tea towel on the counter to represent the process of making postbiotics.

You've likely heard of prebiotics and probiotics. Whether you're a gut health obsessive or just learning about the complex world of digestion, these words are everywhere from billboards to yoghurt pots.

Postbiotics are the final piece of the puzzle. While research is limited, they are worth knowing about about to better understand how to improve your gut health.