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A shortcut for figuring out which Layer Origin Nutrition product is best for your gut health goals.
PureHMO® Super Prebiotic Powder? PureHMO® capsules? Organic Apple Peel Powder?
Every product and the benefits are explained here.
February 02, 2023 14 min read
This article examines the causes and symptoms of leaky guy syndrome, also known as increased intestinal permeability, and how to prevent and alleviate symptoms. Learning about a leaky gut can help someone determine if they have it and how to combat it. For instance, some chronic conditions may also be connected to leaky gut syndrome like IBS, Crohn's disease, coeliac disease, food allergies, and even type II diabetes.
Incorporating evidence from various sciences and fields like microbiology, gastroenterology, diabetes, and nutrition, this article demonstrates the many ways a leaky gut can permeate the body and how incorporating HMOs into one's routine can strengthen the gut to improve overall gut health.
December 25, 2022 7 min read
The SuperHMO® Prebiotic Mix is an unprecedented way to provide your gut bacteria with the prebiotics it needs to thrive. Comprised of five major types of human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs), this potent prebiotic powder is designed to promote the growth of over 100 strains of probiotics — and your gut will never be happier.
This guide help answer the following questions:
August 10, 2022 5 min read
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Leaky gut is a state of increased intestinal permeability, which occurs when the layer of epithelial cells that line the intestine becomes “leaky” and has growing gaps between the cells.
When the intestinal lining becomes impaired and leaky, toxins, pathogens, and too-big proteins can travel out of the gut into the bloodstream, purportedly causing health issues ranging from acne to arthritis to autoimmune diseases.
July 09, 2022 8 min read
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.
July 05, 2022 7 min read
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?
July 03, 2022 6 min read
Haemophilus parainfluenzaeis an excellent example of how research constantly evolves and expands. Previous research has found that although this microbe is a common inhabitant of the mouth and throat, it has also been implicated in the development of bone and joint infections, and potentially promotes gut inflammation. Thus, classifying it as a pathogen.
However, more recent research from the PREDICT studies has found that H parainfluenzaemay have some health-promoting benefits.July 01, 2022 7 min read
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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.
March 04, 2022 7 min read
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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.
December 16, 2021 6 min read
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.
June 14, 2021 2 min read
Check out the powerful HMO smoothie recipe.
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We're grateful to have been featured in multiple news reports during our first couple of years in business. Thankfully multiple television stations, newspapers, podcasts, and other online news outlets have covered our "origin story" and it's an honor to share it with the world.
January 05, 2021 6 min read
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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.
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