Are you clued up on your gut health?

When it comes to supporting our digestive system, the terms ""prebiotics"" and ""probiotics"" are often thrown around – but do you know the key difference?

At AnaBio, we believe understanding these distinctions is crucial for optimising your well-being!

Let's break it down:

🦠 Probiotics: The Live Good Guys!

Think of probiotics as live microorganisms (beneficial bacteria and yeasts) that, when consumed in adequate amounts, provide a health benefit to the host. They're like reinforcements, directly adding to the population of good bacteria in your gut.

Where to find them: Fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, and some supplements.

🌱 Prebiotics: Food for the Good Guys!

Prebiotics, on the other hand, are specialised plant fibers that act as a food source for the beneficial bacteria already living in your gut. They aren't living organisms themselves, but they nourish and stimulate the growth and activity of probiotics.

Where to find them: High-fiber foods like onions, garlic, leeks, asparagus, bananas, oats, and certain whole grains.

Why does this matter?

While probiotics introduce beneficial microbes, prebiotics create an environment where those microbes can thrive.

They work synergistically to maintain a balanced and healthy gut microbiome – which in turn supports everything from digestion and nutrient absorption to immune function and even mood!

At AnaBio, we're constantly innovating in the world of gut health, exploring advanced encapsulation technologies to deliver these beneficial compounds effectively. Whether it's ensuring the viability of probiotics or the targeted release of prebiotics, our science is focused on maximising their impact.