We're hearing more and more about postbiotics. You find them in fermentation processes, in the science of gut flora, and in an increasing number of supplements, such as our own Postbiotica™ from Charlotte Labee Supplements. But what actually happens in your body when you take postbiotics? And how exactly do they work?
In this blog, we'll explain it in simple terms.
Step 1: It all starts with bacteria
Your intestines are full of bacteria: that's completely normal. They help you digest food, break down fibers, and much more. While doing so, they produce all sorts of substances. That's where postbiotics come in.
Postbiotics are not bacteria themselves, but the substances that arise during their life processes. Think of things like lactic acid, butyric acid, and acetic acid. They are the 'by-product' of everything your gut bacteria do.
Step 2: What do these substances do?
Imagine: you eat a bowl of oatmeal. The fibers in it arrive undigested in your large intestine. Your bacteria are already waiting there. They 'eat' the fibers, and while doing so, they produce various postbiotics.
These substances come into contact with your intestinal wall, your bloodstream, and other systems in your body. They are part of a natural process in which nutrition, bacteria, and the body work together.
Please note: this does not mean that they directly provide specific health benefits. We are not allowed and do not want to claim that. What we can say is that these are substances that your body also produces or encounters when digesting fibers and fermented products.
Step 3: What does the Postbiotica™ supplement do then?
Postbiotica™ contains a range of these substances – including butyric acid, lactic acid, and succinic acid – derived from fermentation. Because these substances are already fully formed, they don't have to 'travel' through your gut to survive like living bacteria. They are immediately available when you take them.
The supplement also contains:
- 8 bacterial strains (such as Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium)
- 19 fermented herbs, including fennel, nettle, and thyme
- Vitamin C, which plays a role in your energy metabolism and mental functions*
- A fresh taste thanks to organic cold-pressed ginger juice
With one shot a day, you get a varied mix of substances that can also naturally occur in your gut.
Why would you take Postbiotica™?
Sometimes you want to give your body something extra. For example, after a period of stress, irregular eating, or a low-fiber diet. Or because you are curious about what fermentation and bacterial substances can mean for your rhythm and well-being.
Postbiotica™ fits into a daily routine of nutrition, self-care, and conscious living. Without hassle and without artificial additives.
Curious? View the supplement here or read our other blogs about nutrition, gut health, and energy.
*Vitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and supports normal psychological functions. Claims pending approval by the European Commission.
