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Postbiotics: The Real Benefit of Beneficial Bacteria.
We are all by now familiar with the concept of gut health, and the importance of looking after our gut microbiome. We understand that the link between food and health is far from simple and that our health is largely governed by the trillions of bacteria inside us. Most of us are on board with the need to increase our intake of friendly bacteria. Many of us now understand that we also need to feed those bacteria with a fibre-rich diet. But how many of us understand why?
Postbiotics are the real benefit behind those beneficial bacteria.
What Are Postbiotics?
A quick Google search will tell you that postbiotics are a magical supplement that will benefit your health. And whilst this is an interesting area of research with potentially huge implications for medical science, this does not tell us the true story of postbiotics.
Postbiotics are the by-products of microbial digestion. A natural product of fermentation, these are the bioactive compounds that the probiotic bacteria produce. The waste products of bacteria, they provide many benefits to our health.
The elements of the gut microbiome work together and support each other. Before we explore the subject of postbiotics further, here’s a quick recap.
What is the difference between probiotics, prebiotics, synbiotics, and postbiotics?
Understanding the distinctions between prebiotics, probiotics, synbiotics, and postbiotics is key to optimising gut health.
Probiotics are live beneficial bacteria and yeasts that can be ingested through fermented foods or supplements. They populate your gut with good microbes that support digestion and immunity.
Prebiotics, on the other hand, are types of dietary fibre that feed the beneficial bacteria in your gut. They serve as the fuel that helps these helpful microorganisms thrive.
Synbiotics are a combination of prebiotics and probiotics, designed to synergistically enhance the survival and colonization of probiotics in the gut. Think of them as a one-two punch for gut health, providing both the beneficial bacteria and the nutrients they need to flourish.
Postbiotics are the bioactive compounds produced when probiotics break down prebiotics. These non-living byproducts include substances like short-chain fatty acids, peptides, and enzymes, which contribute to gut and overall health by reducing inflammation, enhancing immune function, and supporting digestion.
Each of these components—prebiotics, probiotics, synbiotics, and postbiotics—plays a unique and integral role in maintaining a balanced and healthy gut microbiome.
Read more about prebiotics and probiotics.
How Do Postbiotics Work?
To understand what postbiotics are, and where they are found, we need to think in terms of fermentation. We already know that our food sources of friendly bacteria (probiotics) are found in fermented foods. So let’s start there.
Very simply, fermentation can be thought of as a kind of digestion. The bacteria break down a substance into smaller parts, and as they do this they also produce other substances. These other substances (often considered to be waste products) are known as metabolites.
In the process of fermenting foods, the metabolites produced become part of the end product. Your kefir, kombucha or whatever.
But there is another side to fermentation, and that happens inside the gut. And it is where the real magic begins.
Although the gut microbiome gets busy at the mere idea of food and plays an important role across the entire digestive process, much of the benefit of postbiotics happens in the large intestine, which is where the final journey of food through the digestive tract plays out. It is also where our old friend fibre takes centre stage.
As something that passes through the gut undigested, we have long overlooked the true nutritional value of fibre. However, the rising interest in gut health and the value of eating prebiotic foods has made us aware that fibre does far more than simply keep things moving along. Although to be clear, this does remain a vital part of our digestive health.
So, prebiotics. Insoluble fibre that provides food for our probiotic bacteria. These fibres pass through to the colon largely unchanged. Ready to be fermented. The same rules apply as they did before in our fermented foods. But now they are happening inside our body, where those useful metabolites can do their work directly.
Examples of Postbiotics
The metabolites (postbiotics) produced by your gut flora are not a random free-for-all. Specific probiotic bacteria will produce specific postbiotic compounds. There is some crossover, but for the most part, they all come with specific jobs to do. Some of these are outlined below.
Short Chain Fatty Acids
Short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) are just one type of postbiotic produced during the fermentation of dietary fibres by gut bacteria. Some of the primary SCFAs include acetate, propionate, and butyrate. These compounds are incredibly beneficial to your health and play a variety of roles within your body.
For instance, butyrate is known for its ability to improve gut barrier function and serve as an energy source for colon cells, helping to maintain the integrity of the gut lining. Acetate can influence lipid metabolism and propionate has anti-inflammatory properties and may help regulate glucose homeostasis.
SCFAs also contribute to lowering the pH of the colon, which can inhibit the growth of harmful bacterial pathogens.
Neurotransmitters
Among the neurotransmitters produced in the gut, serotonin is one of the most notable. In fact, about 90% of the body’s serotonin is made in the digestive tract. Serotonin is key for regulating mood and sleep.
Another important neurotransmitter produced in the gut is gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), which helps calm nervous activity. GABA can help soothe the nervous system and promote relaxation. Additionally, dopamine, another neurotransmitter that plays a role in motivation and pleasure, is also partially produced in the gut.
Overall, the production of these neurotransmitters by your gut microbiota can profoundly influence your mental health and well-being, showcasing the deep connection between your gut and brain.
Vitamins
Gut bacteria also synthesise essential vitamins. Among these vitamins, Vitamin K is a standout player.
Specifically, Vitamin K2 is produced by gut bacteria and is crucial for blood clotting and bone health.
Additionally, various B vitamins are also synthesized by gut microbiota. For instance, Vitamin B12, which is essential for nerve function and the production of DNA and red blood cells, can be partially produced by gut bacteria. Other B vitamins produced include Biotin (B7), which helps in the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins, and Folate (B9), which is crucial for DNA synthesis and repair.
Enzymes
Postbiotic enzymes produced by gut bacteria play various important roles in maintaining health and supporting digestion.
One such enzyme is lactase, which is responsible for breaking down lactose, the sugar found in milk and dairy products.
Lipase is an enzyme produced by gut bacteria that helps digest fats by breaking them down into fatty acids and glycerol, which are easier for your body to absorb.
These are two examples of valuable enzymes produced by the gut bacteria.
Are dead probiotics beneficial?
There is some contention over the fact that not all live bacteria make it to the gut intact. And, in the case of sourdough bread (which is a prebiotic, not a probiotic food) the bacteria do not survive the cooking process. (The pre and postbiotic benefits of sourdough bread are actually quite unique, but that’s another story for a different time.)
Yet these dead bacteria, whole or fragmented, act as food for the live bacteria and create conditions in which the gut bacteria can thrive. They also come under the collective term postbiotics.
Which Foods Are Postbiotics?
To think of postbiotics in terms of foods, or even supplements, is perhaps missing the point. Whilst probiotic food may contain a range of beneficial compounds beyond that of live bacteria, the real magic happens inside of us.
By including a wide range of both probiotic foods (live bacteria) and prebiotic foods (fibre to feed them with) you will unlock the benefits of postbiotics.
‘Wide range’ is the key factor here. The more diverse your diet, the more diverse your microbiome and the specific postbiotics they can produce.
As we have seen, understanding the roles of probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics highlights the intricate and fascinating interplay within our gut. While probiotics introduce beneficial bacteria and prebiotics feed these helpful organisms, postbiotics emerge as a valuable byproduct, supporting gut health and overall well-being.
Emphasising a diverse diet rich in various probiotic and prebiotic foods can significantly enhance the diversity of your gut microbiome, ultimately unlocking the myriad benefits of postbiotics. By nurturing this internal ecosystem, you can foster a healthier, more balanced digestive system, contributing to improved health and vitality.
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What are Prebiotics and Probiotics?
Prebiotics and probiotics are two critical components of gut health, each with a unique role in supporting our digestive system and overall well-being. Together, they form a synergistic pair known as synbiotics, which effectively support the gut microbiome’s health and functionality. By maintaining a balanced intake of these elements, individuals can foster a healthier gut microbiome, and positively impact their health.
But what are they exactly, and why are they so important to our health and wellbeing?
The Importance of Gut Health
Every day we discover new things about the importance of gut health and how best to nurture it. But why is it so important?
The significance of gut health extends beyond basic digestive functions; it is integral to our immune system, brain health, mood, and even the prevention of chronic diseases. The gut is often seen as the body’s “second brain” because it produces neurotransmitters that affect mood and cognitive functions.
Furthermore, a healthy gut microbiome can strengthen the immune system, reduce inflammation, and provide a barrier against harmful pathogens. With most of the immune system residing in the gut, maintaining its health through a balanced diet rich in prebiotics and probiotics is vital for overall well-being and disease prevention.
Before we explore the synergy between probiotics and prebiotics, and why they are vital for a healthy gut, let’s look at each in turn.
Understanding Prebiotics
What are prebiotics?
Prebiotics are essentially food for the beneficial bacteria residing in our gut. And it all comes down to the one simple thing we seem to have overlooked in recent years. Fibre. In dietary terms, it really is that simple.
In scientific terms, it gets a bit more complex. Prebiotics are non-digestible fibres and compounds that pass through the upper part of the gastrointestinal tract and stimulate the growth and activity of advantageous microbes in the digestive system. Unlike probiotics, which are live beneficial bacteria, prebiotics are the nourishment that helps these good bacteria thrive.
Found in a variety of foods, especially in high-fibre fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, prebiotics play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy gut microbiome by supporting the proliferation of beneficial gut bacteria. Incorporating prebiotic-rich foods into one’s diet is a key strategy for promoting gut health and, by extension, overall wellness.
Sources of prebiotics
Prebiotic-rich foods are a critical component of a diet that supports gut health. Major sources of prebiotics include:
- Chicory Root: Packed with inulin, a powerful prebiotic fibre, chicory root aids in the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.
- Garlic: Acts as a prebiotic by promoting the growth of beneficial Bifidobacteria in the gut. Garlic also prevents disease-promoting bacteria from growing.
- Onions: Rich in inulin and FOS (fructooligosaccharides), onions can help strengthen gut flora, improve immune function, and enhance digestion.
- Leeks: Like garlic and onions, leeks are high in inulin and FOS, providing the gut with beneficial prebiotic fibres.
- Asparagus: Contains inulin, which supports the growth of friendly gut bacteria.
- Bananas: Green (unripe) bananas are high in resistant starch, a prebiotic that improves gut health.
- Barley: A great source of beta-glucan, known to promote the growth of good bacteria in the gut.
- Oats: Rich in beta-glucan soluble fibre, oats help increase beneficial bacteria in the digestive system.
- Apples: Contain pectin, another soluble fibre that boosts the gut microbiome and decreases harmful bacteria.
- Cocoa: Contains flavanols that are prebiotics, fostering the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut.
Incorporating these prebiotic-rich foods into your diet can significantly impact your gut’s health, fostering a robust and balanced microbiome.
How prebiotics work in the body
Prebiotics work in the body primarily by serving as food for the beneficial bacteria residing in the gut, such as Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium species. When prebiotic fibre is consumed, it is not digested by the stomach or small intestine. It reaches the colon intact and is fermented by the gut microbiota. This fermentation process produces short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) like acetate, propionate, and butyrate, which serve several vital functions. They act as energy sources for colon cells, help regulate electrolyte levels, and can strengthen the gut barrier function.
This process promotes a healthy balance of gut bacteria but also contributes to the overall health of the gastrointestinal system, influencing immune function, nutrient absorption, and possibly even the body’s response to stress and mood regulation.
Exploring Probiotics
What are probiotics?
Probiotics are live microorganisms, often referred to as “good” or “beneficial” bacteria, that provide health benefits when consumed in adequate amounts. These benefits are focused on the digestive system, where probiotics help balance the gut microbiome.
This balance is crucial for maintaining digestive health, enhancing immune function, and influencing mood and mental health. Common sources of probiotics include fermented foods such as kombucha, sauerkraut, kimchi, and kefir, as well as dietary supplements.
Like prebiotics, probiotics support the health of the gut flora, but they do so through different mechanisms, adding beneficial bacteria to the gut ecosystem.
Sources of probiotics
Probiotic-rich foods are an integral part of diets worldwide and are known for their beneficial effects on gut health. Here are some major sources of probiotics:
- Yoghurt: One of the most well-known sources, it’s made by fermenting milk with live bacteria cultures.
- Kefir: A fermented dairy product, similar to yoghurt but with a thinner consistency. It is made by fermenting milk with kefir grains.
- Sauerkraut: Fermented cabbage, rich in live cultures, vitamins, and minerals. It’s important to choose raw and unpasteurized sauerkraut to reap the probiotic benefits.
- Kimchi: A spicy Korean side dish, usually made from fermented cabbage and radishes. It contains a variety of probiotic strains, along with vitamins and minerals.
- Miso: A Japanese seasoning produced by fermenting soybeans with salt and a fungus called koji. It’s used in soups and other dishes.
- Pickles: Cucumbers, or other vegetables, that have been pickled in water and salt. Like with sauerkraut, look for pickles that are naturally fermented.
- Kombucha: A tangy, fizzy tea fermented with a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY).
Including these foods in your diet can help enhance gut health by increasing the diversity and quantity of beneficial bacteria in the gut microbiome.
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How probiotics affect the gut flora
Probiotics exert a beneficial impact on gut flora through several mechanisms.
Firstly, they restore the natural balance of the gut microbiome, especially after it has been disrupted by factors such as antibiotic use, poor diet, or stress. By colonizing the gut, these beneficial bacteria compete with harmful pathogens for nutrients and attachment sites on the intestinal wall, effectively inhibiting the growth of harmful microorganisms.
Additionally, probiotics stimulate the production of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), which serve as a food source for gut cells, thus enhancing the integrity of the gut barrier and reducing inflammation. This reinforcement of the gut barrier prevents toxins and harmful bacteria from leaking into the bloodstream, a condition known as “leaky gut,” which can trigger inflammation and immune responses.
Through these actions, probiotics contribute to a healthier, more resilient gut microbiome, laying a foundation for improved overall health.
The Synergy Between Prebiotics and Probiotics
Synbiotics refer to a synergistic blend of prebiotics and probiotics that work together to enhance gut health more effectively than either could alone. The concept of synbiotics underscores the importance of a holistic approach to gut health, where the focus is on creating a conducive environment for beneficial microbes, enhancing their positive impacts on your health.
How prebiotics and probiotics work together
Prebiotics and probiotics work together, enhancing the gut’s overall environment and promoting optimal digestive health. As we have seen, prebiotics, typically non-digestible fibres, serve as food for probiotics, the beneficial bacteria residing in the gut. This relationship ensures that probiotics have the necessary nutrients to thrive and multiply, effectively outcompeting harmful bacteria for space and resources within the gut microbiome.
The symbiotic interaction doesn’t stop at nutrition; it also stimulates the beneficial bacteria to produce even more short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), crucial for gut health. These SCFAs nourish gut cells but also play a key role in modulating the immune system, reducing inflammation, and enhancing mineral absorption.
Prebiotics can elevate the beneficial effects of probiotics, making the combination of both essential for a balanced, healthy gut flora and, by extension, a robust immune system and improved overall health.
Tips for Maintaining a Balanced Gut Microbiome
Incorporate a diverse range of foods
A varied diet encourages the growth of different types of beneficial bacteria. Aim to include a wide assortment of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes in your meals.
Eat plenty of fibre-rich foods
Since prebiotics are typically found in fibrous foods, eating plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can help fuel the beneficial bacteria in your gut.
Include fermented foods in your diet
Fermented foods like yoghurt, kombucha, kefir, sauerkraut, and kimchi are natural sources of probiotics.
Limit the use of antibiotics
Antibiotics can significantly disrupt your gut microbiome. Use them only when necessary and as prescribed by a healthcare provider.
Stay hydrated
Drinking plenty of water is beneficial for the overall health of your gut, as it helps maintain the mucosal lining and supports the growth of beneficial bacteria.
Manage stress
High levels of stress can adversely affect your gut health. Engage in stress-reduction techniques such as meditation, exercise, or yoga.
Get enough sleep
Aim for 7-9 hours of good quality sleep per night to support overall gut health, as sleep deprivation can negatively impact the microbiome.
Exercise regularly
Regular physical activity has been shown to increase both the diversity and number of beneficial gut bacteria.
Avoid excessive alcohol and processed foods
These can alter the balance of your gut microbiome, reducing the number of beneficial bacteria.
In conclusion, maintaining a healthy gut microbiome is vital for overall health and well-being. Incorporating a diverse range of foods, especially those rich in fibre and fermented products, is essential. Whilst the fibre in prebiotic foods and the microbial content of probiotic foods will be of value individually, understanding how they work together could be the key to making lasting changes to your gut health.
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Our Guide to Good Gut Health
Gut health plays a huge part in our overall health and wellbeing. Rather than a separate nutritional issue, it should underpin our entire approach to healthy eating.
Most of us are increasingly aware of the importance of the gut in both physical and mental wellbeing, and that it has something to do with ‘gut flora’, yet how many of us really understand what it is all about?
This article aims to explain a little of the science behind the whole gut health thing, in order to arrive at a better understanding of just how important it is to our everyday health, and the food choices we make.
What is Gut Health?
The foundation of gut health rests upon healthy eating and making food choices that better support our health. Stress, medication, and our increasingly unnatural diet, have played havoc with our health, our digestion, and our wellbeing. Which, as we know, are all intrinsically linked.
We have become so disassociated from the connection between food, health, and wellbeing, that many of us may not even be aware that things are not as good as they could be. Even those of us who do not suffer from digestive disturbances may never have experienced the difference that a truly healthy gut can make to the way we feel.
Gut health is about far more than simply reducing unpleasant symptoms, and it influences more of the bodies processes than we might realise. So maybe a better question would be; what is the gut?
What is the gut?
The gut is a collection of organs that belong with our digestive system, largely the stomach and the intestines. Yet, the gut is involved in far more than just digestion of the food we eat.
Did you know most of your immune system is housed within the gut, and that it is under the control of the gut microbiome? Not only does the gut flora act as a defence against invaders, it actively controls the behaviour of other immune cells.
Digestion itself plays a huge role in our overall health, in more ways than you may think. We have come to think of nutrition on a very reductionist basis which completely underestimates the complexity of the human body. The simple act of eating dictates every single bodily function, from the smallest chemical reaction to the largest muscle movement.
Let’s take a closer look at the role of the gut in digestion.
Our Digestive System
Our digestion is a complex system of mechanical and biological processes. In simple terms it is there to extract nutrients from the food we eat (and eliminate waste) in order to survive. As well as the mouth, the stomach, and the intestine, it involves other organs such as the liver, kidneys and the pancreas. All of it facilitated by an array of specialist cells, hormones, neurotransmitters, and enzymes. And an army of bacteria, fungi, yeasts, and other assorted microbes.
Digestion begins in the mouth with the process of chewing, via the stomach where food is further broken down. Bacteria are present here in smaller numbers, playing an important protective role as part of the immune system, essentially acting as the guardians at the gate.
The role of the small intestine
From the stomach food enters the small intestine and this is where the microbial action really begins. It is here that most of our nutrients are extracted and absorbed.
The bacteria in the gut assist the digestive enzymes and provide vital protection to the intestinal barrier, making sure that nothing passes into the bloodstream that shouldn’t. They also play a role in keeping it all moving along nicely by supporting the muscular action of the gut wall.
If the small intestine cannot function as well as it should then the body will not be able to uptake all the nutrients it needs. Many of the symptoms of poor gut health show up here; however unconnected those symptoms may seem.
Once food has been processed by the small intestine, what’s left moves into the large intestine; the colon. And this is where the real magic of all those microbes begins.
The importance of the large intestine
The food that ends up here is the food that the small intestine cannot digest (like fibre, for instance). But whilst the small intestine takes all the credit for doing the bulk of the work, the large intestine is much, much, more than merely a disposal chute.
The largest concentration of gut bacteria is found here in the colon. There are trillions of micro organisms in the large intestine and they are responsible for the final stage of digestion that happens here. They take the food that we cannot digest and turn it into many of the vital nutrients that our bodies need. These bacteria do not just breakdown the nutrients within our food, but they produce essential nutrients too.
The Gut Microbiome
The collective term for all these microbes that live in the gut is the gut microbiome. More than just a handful of bacteria that make your tummy happy, it acts as an organ in its own right, playing a part in digestion, hormonal control, the nervous system, and the immune system. It also plays a crucial role in weight management.
Gut Bacteria
Of the microbes that make up the gut microbiome, most of them (but not all) are bacteria. There are in fact more bacteria in the body than there are human cells, and they contribute to anywhere between 1kg and 3kg of our body weight.
The bacteria of the gut microbiome can be grouped into four dominant groups, and within these groups are thousands of different strains and types of bacteria, all with different requirements and doing different jobs. Of the four major groups, two are the most prolific, yet the overall number and their diversity differs from person to person. Not only does this depend on the biological conditions within the body, but it is also thought that we are genetically predisposed to a dominant type.
Whilst there isn’t really such a thing as good and bad bacteria, some are more beneficial than others. When the colonies of bacteria are out of balance, and the less beneficial bacteria are allowed to thrive, this can have a negative impact on our digestive (and overall) health and wellbeing.
How to Improve Gut Health
The aim of improving your gut health is to increase the diversity of the bacteria that make up the gut microbiome, and reset the balance in favour of the beneficial microbes. The best way to do this is to focus your diet around gut friendly foods. That not only means increasing your intake of those foods that support gut health, but also eliminating those that do not.
We will look in more detail at some of the things that can have an adverse affect on your gut health in another article, as well as explore certain foods that you may be best off avoiding; at least for a while.
For now, let’s look at some of the foods that are considered to be gut healthy.
Gut Healthy Foods
Try to eat as wide a range of whole, natural foods as you can. Diversity really is key here. Choose certified organic, and minimal intervention/pesticide free wherever possible. There are also two key topics here that need mentioning; probiotics and prebiotics.
Probiotics are foods that contain beneficial bacteria. By eating these foods on a regular basis, you can introduce these good bacteria into your own gut microbiome in order to increase diversity, and tip the balance in favour of the good guys.
You do however need to make sure that you are taking good care of the newly introduced bacteria so that they can survive and thrive. That’s where prebiotics come in.
Prebiotics are foods that contain the things that beneficial bacteria like to eat. Like soluble fibre, and resistant starch. These come mainly from the indigestible fibre found in the cell walls of certain plants. Raw garlic, onions and leeks are all excellent sources of prebiotics. As are underripe bananas. Sourdough bread, cooked and cooled white potatoes (yum, potato salad) are good sources of resistant starch. Uncooked oats and apples are also good sources, so you have a good excuse to break out the Bircher muesli.
Fermented foods are your go-to-source for all those probiotics that we talked about. Again, eat from as wide a range of these foods as you can. They each have different populations of varying types and strains of bacteria, so the more you can introduce into your own microbiome, the better.
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Try fermented vegetables such as naturally fermented pickles, kimchi, or if spicy is not your thing then maybe sauerkraut. Both is even better!
Live yoghurt, as well as unpasteurised dairy products, in particular goat or sheep cheese, are also excellent sources of probiotics. Yet another good reason not to eliminate entire food groups unless you have a compelling reason to do so.
Whilst not an actual source of beneficial bacteria, raw apple cider vinegar is thought to help balance gut bacteria and support gut health. You can use it as you would any other vinegar, or drink a small shot each morning.
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You will need to eat plenty of prebiotic foods to allow all those beneficial bacteria to thrive. Remember that the two go hand in hand. Not only do you need to introduce as many different strains of good bacteria into your gut, but you need to feed them with prebiotics in order to populate them!
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