World Digestive Health Day: 7 Habits to Support Your Microbiota

Світлана Бурмей
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Why digestion is the foundation of our health

Every year, the medical and scientific community celebrates World Digestive Health Day to draw attention to the critical role of the gastrointestinal tract (GI) in our lives. For a long time, the digestive system was considered only as a mechanism for processing food, but today we know that it is the center of our immunity, metabolism and even mental health. The main "conductor" of these processes is the intestinal microbiome - a collection of trillions of microorganisms that inhabit our intestines.

Modern science proves that concepts such as "dysbacteriosis" are outdated. It is more correct to talk about a violation of the balance of microbiota. It is the functional capacity of our bacteria that determines most of our reactions, eating habits and even phenotype, including the tendency to be overweight. In the industrialized world, due to ultra-processed food, stress and antibiotics, we lose valuable species of bacteria, which leads to an epidemic of non-communicable diseases: obesity, diabetes, depression and autoimmune conditions.

To take back control of your own health, we offer 7 science-based habits to support your microbiota, with an emphasis on innovative biologics and functional foods.

Habit 1. Enriching the diet with symbiotic foods: "The first microbiome salad"

The most important factor that determines the health of our bacteria is our diet. When we eat, we feed not only ourselves, but also our microorganisms. Most people do not consume enough fiber, which is the main prebiotic (food) for beneficial flora.

A real innovation in this area was the " First Microbiome Salad " , developed by the Ukrainian biotechnology company Ediens together with partners (agroproducers "Zelenyok"). What makes it unique? It is not just greens. It is a full-fledged functional product that combines fresh leaves (a source of polyphenols and prebiotic fiber) with a special sachet containing freeze-dried live bacteria. You add these bacteria immediately before consumption. Thus, beneficial microorganisms enter the intestines along with their ideal nutrient medium, are instantly activated, help break down complex food, protect the intestinal barrier function and prevent the processes of putrefaction or bloating.

Habit 2. Targeted correction with pharmabiotics: "My second brain. Gut microbiome"

When the balance of the microbiota is already disturbed (there are frequent bloating, constipation, diarrhea, chronic fatigue or excess weight), diet alone may not be enough. Conventional pharmacy multiprobiotics, which contain dozens of random strains and are prescribed "blindly", can even be harmful, as they create fierce competition and suppress your own beneficial microflora.

Modern science suggests using pharmabiotics - new generation biologics with proven clinical efficacy. The flagship product in this niche is the innovative development " My Second Brain. Intestinal Microbiome " . This niche pharmabiotic is available in the form of convenient sachets and has a patented formula consisting of 11 proprietary strains of bacteria. Its effect has been confirmed by 37 years of scientific research. "My Second Brain" works purposefully on:

Elimination of flatulence (bloating) and abdominal discomfort.
Combating constipation and restoring motility.
Normalization of digestive processes and better absorption of nutrients.
Help with weight gain or weight loss (by restoring proper metabolism).
Reducing the risk of chronic inflammation in the body.

Habit 3. Using specific prebiotics in your daily menu

To maintain a diverse microbiome, it’s important to consume a variety of dietary fibers every day. Studies show that certain foods are true gut superfoods:

Artichokes: contain high amounts of inulin (a powerful prebiotic), which nourishes intestinal bacteria, relieves constipation, and reduces the risk of inflammatory diseases.
Asparagus: promotes regular digestion, helps maintain normal blood sugar levels, and reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Legumes and bananas: stimulate the growth of beneficial bifidobacteria.

Habit 4. Avoid artificial sweeteners and ultra-processed foods

About 60% of the calories in the modern diet come from ultra-processed foods, which have had all their beneficial fiber removed. These foods, rich in added sugar and chemical additives, feed only pathogenic microorganisms. Artificial sweeteners such as aspartame are particularly dangerous: they can increase blood sugar levels and stimulate the rapid growth of unwanted enterobacteria species in the intestinal microbiome, leading to systemic inflammation.

Habit 5. Managing Stress Through the Gut-Brain Axis

The gut is not called the "second brain" for nothing. Science has proven the existence of a bidirectional "gut-brain" axis. Beneficial microorganisms produce neurotransmitters (for example, the happiness hormone serotonin) that control our mood. However, acute or chronic stress "turns off" digestive processes, kills beneficial bacteria and provokes the development of irritable bowel syndrome. Reducing stress through meditation, yoga and relaxation helps keep the microbiome healthy. And for powerful physiological support of the nervous system from the inside, you can use specialized pharmabiotics, such as "Metabolic. Antistress".

Habit 6. Physical activity and healthy sleep

Regular exercise has a positive effect on the species composition of the microbiome and helps improve sleep quality. In turn, deep sleep allows the intestinal mucosa to recover. It is important to remember that professional sports and excessive high-intensity exercise can, on the contrary, provoke a shift in the balance towards dysbiosis, so athletes need additional support with pharmabiotics.

Habit 7. Personalized approach (4P medicine)

The main rule of modern medicine: "You have the microbiome you deserve." There are no universal diets, because the same food is digested by different people in completely different ways. The best investment in your health is a deep molecular genetic analysis of the intestinal microbiome (with metabolomic analysis). Based on this data, special algorithms (artificial intelligence) create a personalized nutrition plan that stimulates the growth of precisely those beneficial microorganisms that you are critically lacking.

Conclusions

Healthy digestion is not just about the absence of stomach aches, it is the foundation of our immunity, energy and longevity. Forming healthy habits, moving from "blind" diets to personalized nutrition and using clinically proven products such as "First Microbiome Salad" and "My Second Brain" pharmabiotic will allow you to restore microbiota balance and maintain health for many years to come.

Short questions and answers on the topic (Q&A)

1. How exactly do intestinal microorganisms affect our weight?

Answer: Thousands of species of bacteria live in our intestines, and it is they who determine how the body processes food. Bacteria dictate our eating habits (for example, cravings for sweets) and determine how much energy and calories we absorb from the same product. Microbiome correction allows you to set up the right metabolism and lose weight steadily without strict diets.

2. What is the "First Microbiome Salad" and why is it healthier than regular vegetables?

Answer: Regular vegetables are simply a source of fiber (prebiotic). "First Microbiome Salad" is a unique synbiotic product that combines fresh greens with a special sachet containing live freeze-dried bacteria. By adding them to the salad before eating, you simultaneously provide the intestines with both beneficial bacteria and the ideal environment for their reproduction, which contributes to perfect digestion.

3. What is the advantage of pharmabiotics "My Second Brain. Intestinal Microbiome" over pharmacy probiotics?

Answer: Pharmacy multiprobiotics often contain dozens of random strains that compete with each other and can kill your own microflora. "My Second Brain" is a patented clinically proven drug in convenient sachets that contains 11 proprietary strains. It acts purposefully: restores microbiota, relieves chronic inflammation, eliminates bloating (flatulence) and constipation, without harming your "native" microorganisms.

4. Why do diet products with artificial sweeteners (like aspartame) harm digestion?

Answer: Many people use sweeteners to reduce calories, but they take a toll on the microbiome. Substances such as aspartame alter the balance of microflora, increase blood sugar levels, and dramatically stimulate the growth of harmful enterobacteria, which leads to inflammation and metabolic disorders. Therefore, for healthy digestion, it is better to consume natural foods with a high fiber content.