Microbiome
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The Microbiome
The totality of all microorganisms in and on our bodies plays a central role in our health and well-being. Our products promote the microbiome, an essential part of the holistic organism, not only through microbiotic diversity, but also through the metabolites that result from fermentation.
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Sensitive Ecosystem – Our Microbiome
Our gut has its own small universe: trillions of microorganisms not only colonize this area, but also perform vital and health-promoting tasks. They regulate our immune system and are involved in the production of important vitamins and messengers. In addition, they convert undigestible carbohydrates, i.e. fiber, into short-chain fatty acids such as butyric acid. These short-chain fatty acids are true multi-talents: they serve as the main energy source for the cells of the intestinal mucosa, have an anti-inflammatory effect and strengthen the intestinal barrier. In addition, they keep pathogens out by keeping the pH in the large intestine low.
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The totality of organisms in the intestine, including their genetic and functional potential, is called the intestinal microbiome or intestinal microbiome. It functions as a veritable super-organ.
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More microorganisms than human cells
More than 90 percent of the inhabitants of our microbiome are bacteria. In addition, viruses, bacteriophages and fungi also live in our intestines. The majority of these microorganisms are located in the large intestine, while only a small proportion are located in the small intestine. Although it is difficult to determine the exact number of trillions of bacteria in the intestine, it is higher than the number of cells in the entire human body.