HMOs

Roseburiais a bacterial genus belonging to theFirmicutesphylum, which is known for its prolific butyrate-producing capabilities.

In the recent PREDICT program, researchers identified a particular strain,Roseburia sp. CAG: 182, to be one of the 15 ‘good’ gut microbes that are associated with good health outcomes.

The Veillonella genus is an interesting one, and many of its members have only recently been discovered. However, three strains have caught our eye because of their inclusion in the PREDICT 1 list of ‘good’ gut microbes. Each of them has interesting, potential health benefits, linked to insulin sensitivity and polyunsaturated fat levels.

But could it also be considered a performance-enhancing microbe, beneficial for athletes?

Akkermansia are found in both the adult and infant gut. Interestingly, Akkermansia are present in colostrum and breast milk. Their consumption during infancy seeds the infant gut with these beneficial bugs. The presence of A. muciniphila in the adult gut is associated with lower rates of cardiovascular disease and protection against type 2 diabetes, obesity, and chronic, low grade inflammation. 

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If we look closer at where immunity all began, we see that it started with mother's milk. One-third of mothers' milk is actually comprised of these specialized carbohydrates called Human Milk Oligosaccharides. There are hundreds of different strains of HMOs that exist, and as of right now, we are utilizing the safest and most effective strain, 2'-Fucosyllactose. It has been proven to be a gut health powerhouse and has been researched intensively.

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The gut microbiome constitutes a vast and unfathomably diverse ecosystem of viruses, bacteria, and fungi.  With respect to bacteria, there are upwards of 100 trillion present in the gut ranging more than 5,000 species. Not only do these microbes feed on the foods that we eat, but they also consume metabolites and macromolecules made by our human cells. However, this exchange is far from one-sided.

Individuals with two copies of ApoE4 have a different microbiome composition and a significantly higher risk of developing cognitive decline, neuroinflammation, and late-onset Alzheimer’s disease (AD). In fact, E4 is the strongest genetic risk factor for AD currently identified.

Each individual’s colon contains upwards of 100 trillion bacteria.

However, the species that constitute this vast biome change rapidly in response to different dietary inputs. Shifts in microbiome composition can occur in response to a single meal.

Akkermansia Muciniphila is a type of bacteria that can be found in the human gut — especially on mucus. It's a beneficial microbe that nurtures the microbiome and can help to keep your gut healthy. In this blog, we've discussed the importance of Akkermansia to your health and how you can promote this beneficial bacteria in your gut by eating certain foods or taking the right supplements. 

Joel Greene told Ben Greenfield on his Ben Greenfield Fitness podcast, that he prefers to have HMO mixed in with his daily protein shakes. Read on to learn Joel Greene's HMO smoothie recipe.

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The actual Human Milk Oligosaccharide (2'-Fucosyllactose) in both products is indeed the same, but, there are still some small differences between the two products. Layer Origin Nutrition does make sure that all of its HMO is of the absolute highest purity possible. 

A mother had read about recent studies showing that COVID-fighting antibodies were present in breast milk and could possibly help her baby fight off the virus — though experts caution it’s unclear how much protection they actually get. She had received the vaccine but had to stop breastfeeding. By the end of the day, three women had offered her some of their supply.

The reality is that while there are some similarities between Colostrum and Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs), they are not the same thing, and there is a huge difference between them. 

The best way for adults to obtain HMOs is via supplements made specifically for adults. Unfortunately supplements of this nature did not exist until quite recently. 

The human gut is a complex structure and is inhabited by trillions of microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, viruses, eukaryotes, and archae. How people get IBS is unknown, but the gut microbiota is an increasingly recognized factor in the pathogenesis of IBS. This is evident from the fact that IBS occurs more frequently after intestinal infection or antibiotic treatment. 

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Human Milk Oligosaccharide (HMO) occurs naturally in human breast milk. Specifically, Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs) are the third most abundant component in breast milk (excluding water), after fat and carbohydrates. In fact, scientists have identified more than 200 different types of HMOs in human milk. 

Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are complex indigestible sugars naturally present in breast milk. In fact, HMO is the third most common solid in breast milk, after lactose and fat. However, most people have never heard of HMO. 

Interest in milk sugar started more than 100 years ago. The discovery of HMOs was driven by both scientists and physicians, each with different perspectives and interests. Chemists were trying to characterize the carbohydrates uniquely found in human milk.

The gut environment or ‘microbiome’ sets the stage for our immune defense, digestion, and can even impact the function of other organs like the skin and the brain. So it’s not something to take for granted. Yet so many women fail to prioritize gut health. But with greater knowledge, women can optimize their gut health and intestinal health pretty easily.