Does your probiotic protect your immunity?

Does your probiotic protect your immunity? 

It's a good question to ask yourself! For many years, we've been told that the seat of the immune system is in the gut. We're also told that the gut is home to one of the body's major microbiota. But does taking a probiotic, any probiotic, ensure both good intestinal health AND support for our immune system? 

Not necessarily... let's find out. 

The strength of the team 

First, multi-strain probiotic formulas have been clinically proven to be significantly more effective than their single-strain counterparts. No surprise there! The microbiota is home to thousands of species, each behaving and communicating in its own unique way. 

A probiotic containing several strains of bacteria can set the stage for interspecies synergies to do what they do best! 

The team is nothing without balance 

Balance is a key principle to consider when looking to support your gut! Like any ecosystem, balance allows each individual to not only coexist, but thrive. It's not enough to check the packaging and see several strains. Each must be in the right proportion to ensure the probiotic's effectiveness and meet the need. 

Everyone has their own role 

In any balanced team, each individual has its own role to play. If you need a probiotic formula to support your immunity, you need strains that specialize in immune defense. It makes sense, but how do you know? 

Defense, a probiotic that has it all! 

Genuine Health has asked itself this very question and designed a new formula so you don't have to. The advanced gut health probiotic Defense is the team, the balance and the role we talked about above. 

Why did they create a new probiotic? 

Firstly, to offer you a multi-strain formula that mimics the natural diversity found in the gut. Secondly, to ensure that each strain is present in sufficient quantity to maintain the balance and well-being of your ecosystem. Thirdly, to ensure that the strains present meet your need for immune support. Finally, to provide you with an effective, scientific and hassle-free formula. 

Two new players 

Defense Advanced Gut Health Probiotic is the first Genuine Health formula to include two of the most exciting immune-supporting probiotic strains on the market, Lactobacillus Plantarum HEAL9 and Lactobacillus Paracasei 8700: 2. 

Scientifically proven efficacy 

Both strains have been studied in multiple clinical trials involving over 1,500 participants. In combination (and at the exact dosages included in Defense), these strains significantly reduced the incidence of colds by up to 54%. What's more, if a participant fell ill, the duration was reduced. These results appeared to be unequalled in the literature. 

Our immune system needs constant support. It's through the microbiota that we have the best chance of doing so, and thus maintaining control over our health and well-being. 

If you need guidance, our them of naturopaths is there to help you. Visit us in store or online and take advantage of professional advice for your own health.