GUT HEALTH KNOWLEDGE CENTER

The holiday season is full of fun and festivities. But these activities can leave your gut vulnerable. In this article, we explore six things you can do to support your...

Discover the benefits of specific HMOs at major life milestones for brain health and cognition.

Kefir is a common and popular fermented beverage. It contains numerous probiotic bacteria strains that could have many health benefits. In this article, we explore what kefir is, the different...

Discover the structure and benefits of one of the most abundant human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) in human breast milk, lacto-N-neotetraose (LNnT).

The gut health market is huge, not only in revenue but also in choice. Whether you scroll the internet or pace the aisles of your local health food shop, you’ll...

Discover the structure and benefits of one of the most abundant human milk oligosaccharides in human breast milk, lacto-N-tetraose (LNT), in our latest blog.

Discover the structure and benefits of the sialylated HMOs,  3’-Sialyllactose (3’SL) and 6’-Sialyllactose (6’SL).

Use this article to deep dive into the different types of postbiotics, predominantly SCFAs, vitamins, and polyphenols, their benefits and how you can boost their production by your microbiota.

Delve into the world of Akkermansia and discover how you can help to stimulate its growth through the consumption of prebiotics, probiotics and the production of postbiotics, a.k.a. the gut farmer diet.

Get ready to explore how your gut microbiome can enhance your athletic performance through the consumption of prebiotics and probiotics, and the subsequent production of postbiotics.

Here we explore how you can best support the health of your gut microbiome with the gut farmer diet. A unique way to seed and feed your gut microbiota with...

Prebiotics have been shown to have potential benefits for improving insulin sensitivity and glucose control in both healthy individuals and those with various metabolic disorders. Today's blog discusses a few mechanisms...

Get ready to discover the latest trend in gut health. Find out what postbiotics are, where they come from, and how you can boost your intake.

IBD is a chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract that includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Prebiotics can potentially help to restore the balance of gut microbiota, improve gut...

Prebiotic supplements have been found to help with different types of diarrheas, including acute diarrhea, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and diarrhea in infants and young children. The mechanism by which prebiotics improve...

There is growing interest in the potential of prebiotic supplements to reduce inflammation, as inflammation has been linked to a wide range of chronic diseases. This article lists five key points...

The time it takes to see results from taking prebiotic supplements can vary depending on several factors, including the individual's gut microbiome, diet, lifestyle, and the specific prebiotic supplement being...

Not all prebiotics are created equal. Fact. There are many different types of prebiotics and in this article we investigate the potential of HMOs and how they compare to inulin-type...

While prebiotic supplements are generally safe and well-tolerated, they can cause side effects in some individuals, especially at higher doses. This article discusses specific side effects as well as who...

The recommended dosage of a prebiotic supplement can vary depending on the specific type of prebiotic and the individual's age, weight, and health status. However, a general guideline is to start...

Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are a type of prebiotic that have gained significant attention in recent years due to their potential health benefits. HMOs are what Layer Origin loves the...

In this article, we give an overview of different prebiotics and how they work to benefit your health.

Ever wonder what prebiotics reside in which natural foods? Look no further! This article gives nine examples of naturally occurring prebiotics and which foods you can find them in.

Prebiotics are non-digestible fibers and complex carbohydrates that serve as food for the beneficial bacteria in the gut. This post talks about some ways that prebiotics benefit gut health!

Ever wonder what makes prebiotics differ from probiotics? This article discusses the difference between prebiotics and probiotics while also giving examples of both!

There are several ways to determine if your gut is healthy. In this blog post, we talk about some common indicators of a healthy gut!

The gut and the skin are connected through the gut-skin axis, which is a bidirectional communication system that involves the immune system, hormones, and the gut microbiome. This blog discusses some...

Stress can affect gut health in several ways. This article discusses how stress can impact gut health, as well as ways you can reduce your stress in order to benefit...

In this article, we discuss how doctors diagnose IBS as well as some common approaches to treating it!

Antibiotics are an essential tool for fighting bacterial infections, but they can also disrupt the balance of the gut microbiota, leading to unwanted side effects such as diarrhea, bloating, and...

Yes, gut health can affect weight management. The gut microbiota, which refers to the community of microorganisms that inhabit the human gastrointestinal tract, plays a crucial role in regulating many...

An unhealthy gut can manifest in a variety of symptoms, which can range from mild discomfort to chronic and debilitating conditions. In this blog, we discuss some of the most common...

We've all heard the saying, "you are what you eat" and aware of the connection between our diet, gut, and mental health. But can you really feed your gut bacteria...

Dysbiosis refers to an imbalance in the composition and/or function of the gut microbiome, which is the collection of microorganisms that inhabit the human gastrointestinal tract. In this article, we discuss how...

Probiotics and prebiotics are two dietary components that have been shown to promote gut health by modulating the gut microbiome. In this article, we define both prebiotics and probiotics while...

In this article, we discuss the gut-brain axis and how the gut connects to the brain and impacts multiple facets of your health.