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What is a postbiotic?
“Postbiotics” is a term for formulations that contain inactivated microorganisms, either whole or in fragments. The term postbiotic is derived from “biotic”, meaning living things, and “post”, meaning after. So ‘post-biotic’ means ‘after life’. -
What are fermented foods?
Research suggests that fermented foods may improve your immune system and may reduce risk of some metabolic diseases that are influenced by diet. A fermented food or beverage is a food transformed by the growth and metabolic activities of microbes – such as bacteria, yeast and even some molds. -
How to choose a probiotic
Probiotics are live microorganisms that can provide health benefits. But with such an abundance of probiotic products available today, determining the right probiotic for you can feel a bit overwhelming. -
Are all probiotics the same?
There are many probiotic supplements and foods available to consumers today. But it’s important to keep in mind that not all probiotic products are the same. -
Health benefits of probiotics
Probiotics are commonly associated with two main health targets: digestive health and immune health. Certain probiotics have been shown to improve some everyday digestive symptoms such as occasional constipation, diarrhea or bloatin -
What is a probiotic?
Not all friendly live microbes qualify as probiotics. True probiotics are live microorganisms, at a specified dose, that are tested and shown to provide health benefits. -
What is a prebiotic?
Most prebiotics are a type of dietary fiber that are used by the beneficial microbes in your intestine. In other words, prebiotics are food for the good bacteria in your body: including Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and other resident micro