Gut Immunity

Why Bacteria are Vital

What are Probiotics?
Health Benefits
Diet
Prebiotics
Supplements



Identify at least one way
probiotics are essential
for good health
List 3 food sources of
probiotics and prebiotics
Describe one dietary
change you can make in
order to favor a probiotic
gut environment

70-80% of our immune
system is in the gut

The gut contains
approximately 100 trillion
bacteria
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That is 10x more bacteria
than all the human cells
in the body!
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Synthesis of vitamins,
amino acids and fatty
acids

Integrity of the gut
barrier

Immune function

Metabolism of foods

Beneficial
Lactobacillus
Casei
Acidophilus
Rhamnosus
Bifidobacterium
Bifidum
Lactis
Proprionibacterium
Eubacterium

Staphylococcus
Pseudomonas
Enterococcus
E. coli
Salmonella
Campylobacter
Candida


Potential Pathogens
Viable microbial food supplements which
beneficially influence the health of humans.
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May be resident or transient species

Compete with pathogenic bacteria

Lower pH of the intestines

Break down pesticides and toxins

Enhance immune defenses

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Prevent Diarrhea

Digestive Support

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Crohns Disease and Ulcerative Colitis (IBD)



Inflammation/arthritis

Decrease Allergy Symptoms

Decrease Hypertension

Lower Total and LDL Cholesterol

Anti-carcinogenic in the Colon

Stress
Antibiotic/med use
Immunosuppressants
Excessive alcohol use
Infections
Poor gut motility
Environmental pollutants
Poor diet

Associated with:
IBS (gas, bloat, diarrhea, constipation)
IBD
Yeast imbalance
Obesity
Allergies
Autoimmune disease
Neurological disorders
Cancer
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Yogurt
Sauerkraut
Kefir/Coconut kefir
Tempeh & Miso
Buttermilk
Aged Cheeses
Kimchi
Brined Pickles/Olives
Pickled Beets
Kombucha
Fermented Veggies


Chicory root
Artichoke
Dandelion greens
Garlic
Leek
Onion
Bananas & Berries
Flax & Oats
Jicama
Asparagus
Legumes

An indigestible food
ingredient that stimulates
growth and/or activity of
probiotic bacteria
Yogurt with banana,
flax, chia seeds

Mixed green salad with
sauerkraut & pickled
beets

Stir fry with asparagus
and tempeh




Fill your plate with more
vegetables than fruit
Pay attention to FIBER
Whole grains vs. refined
Protein from lean meats,
dairy, eggs, beans, nuts
Add in healthy fats from
avocado, fish, nuts,
seeds, olive oil and
coconut
The effects of probiotics
on an individuals health
vary depending on:
Strain- 10+
Dosage- 1 billion CFUs
Delayed release
Potency & stability
guarantee
Full dose in 1 capsule
Lots of Bs and Ls

What is one change you will make to
favor a probiotic gut environment?
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7. http://www.foodallergy.org/facts-and-stats
8. http://www.eatright.org/Public/content.aspx?id=6442477443
9. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QE9QWFg-
XNs&feature=youtu.be