Digestion

The gut microbiota, also known as the gut flora, refers to the collection of microorganisms that inhabit the intestines. This dynamic and complex bacterial ecosystem has numerous crucial functions: it influences digestion, produces nutrients and signaling molecules, and is increasingly recognised as a central element of our health.

The intestinal mucosa is one of our largest organs and a vital site for nutrient absorption, while also housing the majority of our immune cells. Vitamin A, also known as beta-carotene as its precursor, along with Vitamin B2, B3, and Biotin, can provide meaningful support for a healthy and intact mucous membrane.

When food is broken down in the intestine, gases such as carbon dioxide, methane and hydrogen can be formed, which sometimes cause too much air to be present in the intestine. Various substances have proven effective in preventing discomfort.

When the natural intestinal flow is accelerated, it can lead to an increase in fluid content or volume. When needing to pass loose stools more than three times within 24 hours, it is considered a form of diarrhoea. Substances such as dietary fibre, mucins, lactic acid and bifidobacteria have shown effectiveness in preventing such discomfort.

Bulking fibres are a type of dietary fibre that absorb water and thicken the contents of the intestines. Psyllium husks are a natural source of dietary fibre and mucilage, binding over 50 times their weight in water and consequently increasing stool weight and regularity.