The gut microbiome can adapt to the consumption of oligosaccharides in beans and legumes, leading to increased tolerance and reduced discomfort over time.

“It has been shown that your system can kind of adapt. The first few times you have beans or light lentils or whatever it might be, you may have some discomfort. But the more frequently you eat it, the better you're able to tolerate it, or your system is able to tolerate it without generating discomfort.”