Gut Health Glossary

Probiotic Strains

A beneficial bacteria strain that supports gut barrier function, reduces bloating, and has been shown to enhance immune response in clinical studies.

Probiotic Strains

A probiotic strain that supports the gut-brain axis, potentially reducing anxiety and stress while promoting digestive comfort.

Probiotic Strains

One of the first bacteria to colonize the human gut. It helps with digestion, supports immune function, and helps maintain the gut lining.

Core Concepts

A measurement of the number of live, viable bacteria in a probiotic supplement. Bala contains 50 billion CFU per serving for maximum effectiveness.

Delivery Technology

A specially designed capsule coating that protects probiotics from stomach acid, ensuring they reach the intestines alive where they can colonize and provide benefits.

Health Concepts

An imbalance in the gut microbiome where harmful bacteria outnumber beneficial ones. This can lead to digestive issues, inflammation, and other health problems.

Digestive Support

Proteins that break down food into nutrients your body can absorb. While not probiotics, they work alongside good bacteria to support digestion.

Prebiotic Ingredients

A type of prebiotic fiber found naturally in foods like bananas, onions, and garlic. FOS feeds beneficial bacteria and supports healthy digestion.

Core Concepts

The complex community of trillions of microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, viruses) living in your digestive tract. A healthy microbiome is essential for digestion, immunity, and overall health.

Health Concepts

The bidirectional communication network between your gut and brain. The gut produces neurotransmitters and can influence mood, stress response, and cognitive function.

Prebiotic Ingredients

A plant-based prebiotic fiber that nourishes beneficial gut bacteria, supports regular bowel movements, and may help with calcium absorption.

Health Concepts

A condition where the intestinal lining becomes more permeable, allowing substances to pass through that normally wouldn't. Probiotics may help strengthen the gut barrier.

Health Concepts

The body's immune response to harmful stimuli. Chronic low-grade inflammation is linked to many health issues. A healthy gut microbiome helps regulate inflammation.

Probiotic Strains

One of the most well-researched probiotic strains. It produces lactic acid, supports digestive health, helps break down lactose, and supports immune function.

Probiotic Strains

A well-studied strain known for supporting weight management, reducing inflammation, and helping with digestive issues like diarrhea and IBS symptoms.

Probiotic Strains

A hardy probiotic strain that survives stomach acid well, strengthens the intestinal lining, and supports nutrient absorption.

Probiotic Strains

A versatile probiotic that supports digestive health, may help regulate blood sugar, and works synergistically with other beneficial bacteria.

Core Concepts

Live beneficial bacteria that, when consumed in adequate amounts, provide health benefits to the host. Probiotics help maintain a healthy balance of gut microorganisms.

Core Concepts

Non-digestible fibers that serve as food for beneficial gut bacteria. Prebiotics help probiotics thrive and multiply in your digestive system.

Core Concepts

A combination of prebiotics and probiotics that work together synergistically. Bala's formula is a synbiotic, providing both the beneficial bacteria and the food they need to flourish.

Health Concepts

A condition where bacteria that normally grow in other parts of the gut start growing in the small intestine, causing bloating, pain, and digestive issues.

Health Concepts

A neurotransmitter often called the 'happy hormone.' About 90% of your body's serotonin is produced in the gut, highlighting the gut-mood connection.