HEALTH REPORT
Three Essentials for a Healthy Gut
When digestion works smoothly, nutrient absorption is optimised, energy levels are stable, and the immune system functions effectively. Achieving this relies on a combination of traditional digestive supports and targeted nutrients - with probiotics, digestive enzymes, and fibre forming the foundation of a healthy gut .
When digestion is supported at every stage, from stomach acid production through to microbial balance and bowel regularity, the body is better equipped to absorb nutrients, maintain energy,
Even with these measures, bacteria face storage stress. This is why strain selection matters more than sheer numbers. Well- researched, stress-tolerant strains often outperform large multi-strain blends. Research-backed strains such as Lactobacillus plantarum 299v, Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG, and Saccharomyces boulardii support: • Bloating and abdominal discomfort • IBS symptoms • Antibiotic-associated diarrhoea • Gut barrier and immune health. Choosing clinically validated, shelf- stable probiotics ensures the bacteria you take survive and deliver results. Digestive Enzymes: Breaking Food Down Effectively Even with a healthy microbiome, digestion depends on the body’s ability to break food into absorbable nutrients. Digestive enzymes are essential to this process. Without them, poorly digested food may contribute to bloating, gas, discomfort, and reduced nutrient absorption.
Digestion occurs in three phases: 1. Cephalic phase: Salivary amylase begins carbohydrate digestion 2. Gastric phase: Stomach acid and pepsin break down proteins 3. Intestinal phase: Pancreatic enzymes complete digestion of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats Key enzymes include: • Amylase: assists with digestion of carbohydrates • Protease: assists with digestion of proteins • Lipase: assists with digestion of fats • Lactase: assists with digestion of dairy products. Enzyme support can be helpful for people experiencing post-meal bloating, difficulty digesting fats or proteins, or lactose intolerance. By improving digestion upstream, enzymes reduce the amount of undigested food reaching the colon. Fibre: Gentle Support for Digestive Regularity Dietary fibre is a carbohydrate found in
and support immune health. Shelf-Stable Probiotics: Survival and Efficacy
Probiotics are living microorganisms that can benefit your gut when they survive long enough to reach the colon. Shelf-stable probiotics are designed to remain effective without refrigeration, maintaining viability at room temperature throughout their shelf life. Their stability relies on careful formulation and protective processes: • Freeze-drying (lyophilisation): Removes moisture and places bacteria in a dormant state, improving survival at ambient temperatures • Microencapsulation: Coating bacteria to shield them from heat, moisture, and oxygen • Overages: Higher colony forming unit (CFU) counts than labelled to ensure viability at expiry.
Fresh Tasmanian Apples pH=3.0 • Vegan friendly
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