Sean Moloughney, Editor10.03.16
Often indicative of overall health, digestive wellness appeals to a broad group of consumers. Natural products that assist or support digestion continue to standout in the marketplace, and as ongoing research unlocks the mysteries of how microorganisms living in the gut impact health, long-term prospects for targeted solutions appear promising.
Broad Health Impact
A balanced gut microflora helps the body to digest food in a variety of ways, noted Shaheen Majeed, marketing director, Sabinsa Corporation, East Windsor, NJ—for example, by helping in the secretion of digestive enzymes, assimilation of nutrients, hormone regulation, excretion of toxins, etc.
Many health conditions that significantly impact quality of life stem from poor digestive health, said Mr. Majeed. “The gut is sometimes referred to as the ‘second brain’ owing to its impact upon the health of various vital organs of the body. Much of this is controlled by the gut microflora, which relates to wider aspects of health such as cognitive or brain health, obesity and even metabolic health.
Broad Health Impact
A balanced gut microflora helps the body to digest food in a variety of ways, noted Shaheen Majeed, marketing director, Sabinsa Corporation, East Windsor, NJ—for example, by helping in the secretion of digestive enzymes, assimilation of nutrients, hormone regulation, excretion of toxins, etc.
Many health conditions that significantly impact quality of life stem from poor digestive health, said Mr. Majeed. “The gut is sometimes referred to as the ‘second brain’ owing to its impact upon the health of various vital organs of the body. Much of this is controlled by the gut microflora, which relates to wider aspects of health such as cognitive or brain health, obesity and even metabolic health.
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