In our very first blog post, we focus entirely on a topic that deserves more and more attention: pre- and probiotics.
Prebiotics and probiotics are two terms that may seem abstract and similar, often mentioned together, yet their meanings may not be immediately clear. Their relationship parallels the age-old question: which came first, the chicken or the egg? After all, without prebiotics, healthy probiotics cannot thrive!
Additionally, there are parabiotics and postbiotics. But what exactly are they?
Are you curious about the different biotics available for your loyal four-legged companion and how Nutriliq can contribute in this aspect? Keep reading for a concise yet engaging introduction.
It’s widely recognized that a healthy digestion is essential for overall well-being. This process commences within the intestines, where nutrients are assimilated and where the intestinal microbiome, a sophisticated ecosystem of microorganisms, is housed.
Probiotics are beneficial bacteria themselves, producing acids and other bioactive compounds that inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria. Prebiotics, on the other hand, promote the growth of these beneficial bacteria. They reach the large intestine undigested, where they serve as food for the beneficial gut bacteria.
Therefore, maintaining an optimal balance of pre- and probiotics establishes the cornerstone of a healthy digestive system!
Postbiotics are beneficial substances produced by good gut bacteria during their growth and fermentation in the intestines. They can be used as a supplement to enhance gut health and support the growth of beneficial bacteria, especially when probiotics do not produce enough byproducts from their metabolism.
Nutriliq combines premixes with probiotics, such as Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bacillus subtilis, and specific types of yeasts. These probiotics produce short-chain fatty acids such as acetate, butyrate and propionate. These are examples of postbiotics that offer various health benefits for your four-legged companion.
In this way, Lactobacillus acidophilus promotes the growth of beneficial gut bacteria and inhibits the growth of harmful bacteria. Meanwhile, Bacillus subtilis stimulates enzyme production in the intestines, improving digestion and nutrient absorption. This results in greater food efficiency, requiring less food to maintain the animal at a healthy weight. These probiotics utilize prebiotics as a food source, such as fructo-oligosaccharides and inulin, which Nutriliq adds for optimal functionality. Nutriliq can also provide non-fermentable prebiotics that bind to the cell walls of harmful bacteria, preventing them from attaching to the intestinal wall and bolstering the immune system.
Alternatively, postbiotics can also be used. They ensure the intestinal tract has enough beneficial bioactive compounds, even after completing antibiotics, thus promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria.
Furthermore, postbiotics exert anti-inflammatory and protective effects on the intestinal lining, leading to improved nutrient absorption.
Nutriliq is specialised in development and production of feed supplements for all animal species.
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