Did you know, 90% of cells in the human body is microbial? The gut has the largest number of microbes (> 100 trillion) and the greatest number of species (≥ 1000 species) compared to other parts of the body. Good and bad bacteria reside in the intestines, with Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium being the two most important beneficial species found here.
It refers to bacteria and other microorganism that live inside the intestine. A healthy gut flora with 80% good bacteria is the key to good health. Scientific studies confirmed that poor intestinal health due to an imbalanced gut flora (dominated by bad bacteria) is the root cause of many chronic health problems.
Abnormal bowels- Diarrhoea, bloating, gas, constipation.
Poor skin conditions– Acne, eczema, rosacea.
Weird tongue patterns– A white film layering tongue, red dots or lumps on the side or back of tongue.
Poor mental health– Brain fog, mental fatigue, stress, anxiety, depression.
Poor immune health– Nagging coughs, colds, sore throats, flu-like symptoms.
Bad breathTrouble maintaining a healthy weight– Obesity
1. Sweets– High sugar intake causes potentially harmful microbes to multiply rapidly.
2. Wine and beer– Excessive alcohol consumption can alter microbial balance.
3. Poor sleep– Sleep deprivation affects gut microbial diversity.
4. Antibiotics– They kill both the good and bad bacteria in the gut.
5. Insufficient fiber– Fiber serves as food for good bacteria to grow.
6. Pollution– Environmental pollution can alter the balance of the gut flora.
7. Drinking chlorinated water– Chlorine kills both good and bad bacteria in the gut.
8. Foods with Artificial coloring– They are antibacterial and antifungal and thus disrupt the natural order of gut flora.
9. NSAID painkillers– They disrupt the balance of bacteria in the gut.
10. Stress– Stress kills good bacteria and increases the number of bad bacteria, it also reduces microbial diversity.
Probiotics are live beneficial bacteria. When ingested in adequate amounts, they can enhance the health of your digestive tract, colonise and restore the good bacteria count in your gut to suppress the ‘trouble-making’ bad bacteria, support absorption of nutrients while eliminating toxic compounds from the digestive tract. Thus, it is important to replenish with the right type of dietary probiotics to maintain a good flora balance.
Sunfiber™, also known as partially hydrolyzed guar gum (PHGG) is a 100% water soluble, galactomannan based dietary fiber derived from the Indian guar bean.
Unlike most fibers which typically cause side effects such as excess gas, bloating, cramping or loose stools, Sunfiber™ is low FODMAP, which makes it gentle on the gastrointestinal system and does not cause bloating or discomfort associated with high FODMAP foods.
What is FODMAP?
FODMAP stands for fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols. These are short-chain carbohydrates which are poorly absorbed in the small intestines, hence the uncomfortable side effects such as bloating and diarrhea. Sunfiber™ is low FODMAP, so does not cause discomfort.
Most oral probiotics are prone to destruction by gastric acid and bile as they journey down the digestive tract, even before their beneficial activities can take effect. Although live cultures are typically coated by a capsule, they are still not protected against ambient humidity, warm temperatures or gastric acid and so cannot survive for long.
FloraGenesis
contents: 30 sachets
Adults or children >12 years:
• For general health maintenance: 1 sachet daily (If taking probiotic supplement for the first time, start with ⅓ sachet and gradually increase the dosage.)
• For detoxification or serious health concerns: 2 to 3 sachets daily, taken separately
If you have the following concerns, please take 1 sachet twice daily before meals (2 sachets a day):
• Body weight concern
• High cholesterol, triglyceride (TG) or body fat
• Non-alcoholic fatty liver
Children (8 to 12 years): ½ sachet daily
Young children (3 to 7 years): ⅕ sachet daily
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.