Did you know that your gut health affects not just your digestion, but also your immune system and even your mood? A healthy gut and a balanced gut microbiome are essential for overall well being.

The gut is home to trillions of microorganisms, collectively known as the gut flora, which consists of beneficial bacteria. These microorganisms play a crucial role in metabolism, immune function, and nutrient absorption, while also contributing to the proper functioning of the digestive system.

 Why are Probiotics essential?

Modern lifestyle, particularly antibiotic use and unbalanced diets, disrupt the gut microbiota, making the use of probiotics essential. Probiotics are live microorganisms that help restore gut flora balance.

The impact of antibiotics on gut health is significant. Broad-spectrum antibiotics, in particular, can cause severe damage to the gut microbiota.

Antibiotics are designed to eliminate bacteria indiscriminately, meaning they not only kill harmful bacteria but also beneficial gut bacteria.

The destruction of beneficial gut bacteria allows harmful microbes to spread in the intestines, leading to digestive issues and severe diarrhea.

Consequences of an Imbalanced Gut Flora

When gut flora is disrupted, vitamins and essential nutrients are not properly absorbed, and the immune system-80% of which resides in the intestines-becomes weakened and imbalanced. As a result, common digestive issues such as diarrhea, constipation, bloating, and inflammatory conditions may occur.

Choosing the Right Probiotics

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), “Probiotics are live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host.”

For probiotics to be effective, they must meet specific requirements—the most important being their ability to survive exposure to gastric and bile acids without degradation. Unprotected probiotic strains can quickly lose their viability and become ineffective.

Introducing FORTIUS PRO F.A.S.T. – The Next Generation of Probiotics

For the first time in Greece, Geoplan introduces Intelicaps® technology, a groundbreaking advancement in probiotic microencapsulation.

This cutting-edge technology ensures exceptional resistance to:

• High temperatures
• Low pH levels
• Moisture
• Increased oxygen exposure

The survivability and bioavailability of Intelicaps® probiotics is 1,000 times higher than that of conventional lyophilized probiotics when exposed to gastric acid, bile salts, and digestive enzymes. This guarantees their bioavailability, after passing through the stomach and pancreatic/biliary system.

Intelicaps® technology is a unique process for stabilizing microorganisms, allowing them to be combined with other key ingredients, such as Vitamin C and Zinc, without compromising their quality or effectiveness.

*Data obtained from the SHIME (Simulator of Human Intestinal Microbial Ecosystem), a laboratory model simulating human digestion.