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Why You Need to Know About Postbiotics in 2022

you eat, such as apples, bananas, asparagus, legumes and wheat. Some probiotic supple- ments also include prebiotic ingredients. Postbiotics: These are not living micro- organisms, but rather nonviable micro- bial cells that provide health-promoting properties when consumed. Referred to as the probiotic paradox, scientists report many of the beneficial effects from live cells can also be obtained by consuming a population of dead cells, such as postbiotics. Postbiotics are the third and final piece of the biotics that work through the gut to support your health. How- ever, not all postbiotics are equal and if you choose to take a supplement, it’s important to look at ingredients. For example, IMMUSE™ LC-Plasma is a patented heat-treated strain of Lac- tococcus lactis from science technology companies Kirin Holdings Company Ltd and Kyowa Hakko Bio. Co. Ltd. It is clinically shown to activate your body’s natural defenses at the cellular level to provide immune support year-round. 

Y ou prioritize your health and wellness, so you want to do what you can to support your immune system. Many people reach for vitamin C, zinc and elderberry supplements to supercharge their im- mune health, but there’s another option to consider that can directly impact the immune system: postbiotics that pro- vide immune support at a cellular level. The immune system and gut health The majority of your immune system is located in your gut and GI tract. In fact, millions of immune cells are locat- ed in the intestines, so it makes sense that the foods you eat and supplements you take impact your immune system. Healthy gut nutrition that supports the immune system includes prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics. You may

have heard of pre- and probiotics, but postbiotics are not as well known to many people. Here’s what you need to know about these three related components: Probiotics: These live microorganisms (mainly bacteria and yeasts) impart health benefits to the body when consumed. In general, probiotics help maintain a healthy population of microbiota (or flora) living in the gut, positively affecting digestion and overall well-being. Probiotics are found in fermented foods, such as yogurt, kefir and kombucha, as well as dietary supplements. Prebiotics: These are nutrients, such as dietary fibers and minerals, that feed and promote the growth of the healthy bacteria living in the gut. In other words, prebiotics are the food probiotics need to thrive. Prebiotics are found in many whole foods

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