Backed by science, BB-12® can be found in over 130 clinical studies – making it one of the most supported probiotic strains in the world. Found in many market-leading probiotic supplements, BB-12® is a specific probiotic strain of Bifidobacterium which promotes digestive health and supports daily wellness. 1 2

BENEFITS: 1 2

● Helps keep you regular.
● Supports gut microflora balance.
● Daily digestive support.
● Suitable for the whole family. BB-12® has been used in infants, adults and the elderly.
● Survival and staying power in the digestive tract. Whether or not beneficial bacteria make it to the lower gut alive and adhere is vital to their probiotic benefit – many probiotic products have poor survival and adherence. 3 4 BB-12® has shown very good survival and adhesion after being consumed in dairy-based products.

Kefir-kombucha-kimchi – these and other fermented foods and drinks have been enjoyed for centuries. The age-old process of microbial fermentation transforms the starting food product – it can boost nutritional value, flavour, shelf life – and provide valuable live cultures. Today, these natural live cultures are being researched for potential health benefits.5

Kefir is a fermented milk drink named after the Turkish word “keyif” meaning “good feeling”.6 7 8 Authentic kefir is produced from kefir grains which contain a large number and variety of microorganisms (live bacteria and yeast cultures).9 Whilst kefir has also been made from isolated cultures, products made from real kefir grains have a larger number and variety of microflora than kefir produced from a mixture of a small number of pure cultures.7 9 Over 25 species of microflora have been identified in kefir grains and each species has unique properties.10 11


BENEFITS:

● Kefir cultures contain real kefir grains, delivering a high number, variety and strength of live cultures – including several lactobacillus species.12
● Boosts the nutrition of fresh milk.7 9 13 14
● Natural whole-food carrier for healthy probiotics.
● Acts as a natural preservative.5 6 9 11
● Smooth texture and refreshing flavor. Some kefir cultures produce a strong taste and smell or a lumpy texture.11 15 Our Kefir was hand-picked for its unique combination of live cultures and flavour.

You may have noticed monk fruit popping up on food labels or on your favourite health blogs. Also known as luo-han-guo, this 100% natural sweetener is made from the ripe fruits of Siraitia grosvenorii and has been used for centuries in Asian countries.16 17 18 Monk fruit contains antioxidant plant components called mogrosides which are 300 times sweeter than sugar and calorie-free.19 20 Because such a small amount is needed to sweeten foods, monk fruit is ideal to cut back or reduce sugar and calorie intake – without sacrificing taste.

BENEFITS:

● Less unwanted sugar and ‘empty’ calories.
● Natural alternative to artificial sweeteners.
● Zero GI (glycaemic index).21
● Alternative to sugar alcohols such as xylitol, maltitol and sorbitol. Widely used in foods as sweeteners and thickeners, these can cause gas and bloating.22

SunFiber® is made from the fibre-packed seed of the guar plant. Rich in prebiotic soluble fibre, it can be broken down and fermented by digestive microflora – acting as a food for good bacteria in the gut. 23 24 SunFiber® has been coined “the invisible fibre”, because unlike many other plant-fibres it is tasteless and doesn’t cause liquids to become thick and gluggy.23 25 26

Some prebiotic fibres can cause gas and bloating, particularly in people in IBS.27 28 SunFiber® is the first prebiotic fibre to be certified FODMAP-friendly by Monash University and is well tolerated by people with
IBS.23


BENEFITS:

● Better taste and texture.
● Natural plant-source of fibre. An alternative to synthetic fibres like polydextrose used in many foods.
● Suitable for the whole family. SunFiber® has been used in children, adults and the elderly.29
● Gentle on sensitive tummies.
● Prebiotic fibre to help maintain digestive microflora. 6g SunFiber® daily has been shown to significantly increase the number of good bugs – bifidobacterium.3

Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG is one of the most highly studied probiotic strains on the market. It has been researched for years with over 300 studies to its name. It is a very hardy strain with the ability to withstand the harsh environment of the gut; both stomach acid and bile-resistant, it is able to survive the treacherous journey to the intestines. Once there, L. rhamnosus GG adheres well to the cells of your intestines to support with gut health.

Benefits

● Supports healthy immune response
● Reduces the duration of URTI in children
● Supports more healthy teeth
● Promotes overall gut comfort and healthy digestion

Fibrulose ™ is a soluble fibre that enables ​​significant sugar reduction in food products while increasing fibre content. Through its action at the microbiome level, Fibrulose ™ has prebiotic benefits that go beyond just gut health.

BENEFITS:
● Improves digestive health
● Supports bone health
● Helps in blood glucose management
● Supports calcium absorption
● Helps in calorie reduction

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