Gut health is essential, but why? And how do we take care of our gut? Well you came to the right place. We will walk you through all there is to know about probiotics and the steps of knowing if probiotics are for you!

What is in our gut?

Lets begin by talking about the gut microbiome. You can carry up to 2k of microbes in your gut including about 1,000 different species of bacteria with over 3 million genes. Not only do the bacteria in your gut help digest food and ensure you get the nutrients you need, they also help your immune function. The gut bacteria is constantly evolving so it is important to create a diverse system of bacteria in your gut. About 2/3 of everyone’s bacteria is unique to them based on the food they eat, what they drink, supplements they take, even the air they breathe. Some studies have found that it is also influenced by genes.

How do we alter our gut bacteria through foods?

The most obvious way of all to alter your gut bacteria for the better is by eating a healthy diet (this is supported by the Mayo Clinic). Try adding some fermented foods to increase the level of fermented bacteria in your gut, as well as adding more fruits and vegetables that contain natural fiber and natural sugars to boost the health of the bacteria. Other natural ways to alter your gut bacteria is to try to reduce your stress levels which can cause inflammation, try to avoid taking unnecessary antibiotics, get enough sleep, exercise, and avoid smoking.

Probiotic supplements:

Probiotics usually contain many different types of microorganisms however, the most common bacteria found in a probiotic supplement are called Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium. Probiotic supplements help your body maintain a healthy community of microorganisms or even return to a healthy condition if they were disturbed. Most importantly, the influence the body’s immune response.

Are probiotics right for you?

Probiotics are typically safe however, if you have a serious medical condition be sure to ask your doctor before jumping into using probiotics. However, for the average healthy person probiotics can be super beneficial!

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Please contact us if you have any questions about how to boost immunity or about the supplements we recommend to support your immunity and your health.