The science
Over 70% of our immune system is located in our gut
Gut health isn’t just about good digestion. Gut health has an impact on the health of your entire body, with increasing evidence suggesting a healthy gut microbiome is important for our mental and physical health, as well as an effective immune system.
Active cultures and plant fibres are the basics for our gut
The gut microbiome is home base for the bacteria in your digestive tract. Here, they help you break down food and turn nutrients into things your body can use. The “good” bacteria do more than just help with digestion. They help keep your “bad” bacteria in check.
Probiotics: these are the “good” bacteria. Prebiotics: these are non-digestible fibres that help bacteria grow. Think of them as a food source for probiotics. They will boost the growth of helpful bacteria in your gut. So Probiotics can boost the growth of good bacteria, and prebiotics are good for probiotics. When you combine the two, it’s a synbiotic. The idea behind them is to help probiotics live longer.
What’s the difference between probiotics & prebiotics?
Probiotics & Prebiotics are fundamental for our gut health. Probiotics are the “good” bacteria. They add to the collection of good microbes in your gut. Prebiotics are plant fibers the body can't digest. They help good bacteria grow. Think of them as a food source for probiotics. So Probiotics can boost the growth of good bacteria, and prebiotics are good for probiotics. When you combine the two, it’s a synbiotic.
The Gut-Brain connection
Both probiotics and prebiotics have been shown to reduce levels of anxiety, stress and depression. The gut-brain axis refers to the physical and chemical connections between your gut and brain. Millions of nerves and neurons run between your gut and brain. Neurotransmitters and other chemicals produced in your gut also affect your brain. By altering the types of bacteria in your gut, it may be possible to improve your brain health.
