The microbiome is the collection of all the microbes, such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, and their genes, that naturally live on our bodies and inside us. Although microbes are so small that they require a microscope to see them, they contribute in big ways to human health and wellness. The amount of studies on the microbiome has increased significantly during the last few years. Researchers have discovered that the immune system modifies the microbiome, which in turn influences the development of innate and adaptive immunity.

The microbiome is essential for human development, immunity, and nutrition. This immune system-microbiota partnership, when functioning at its best, enables the production of protective responses against pathogens and the preservation of regulatory pathways involved in the maintenance of tolerance to harmless antigens. 

Autoimmune diseases such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, and fibromyalgia are associated with dysfunction in the microbiome. Disease-causing microbes accumulate over time, changing gene activity and metabolic processes and resulting in an abnormal immune response against substances and tissues normally present in the body.

Keeping a delicate balance in the immune system by eliminating invading pathogens, while still maintaining self-tolerance to avoid autoimmunity, is critical for the body’s health. But if there is a disturbance in that balance—brought on by infectious illnesses, certain diets, or the prolonged use of antibiotics or other bacteria-destroying medications—dysbiosis occurs, stopping these normal interactions. As a result, the body may become more susceptible to disease.

If microbiomes are so vital to our health, how can we ensure that we have enough or the right types? You may be familiar with probiotics or perhaps already using them. These are either foods that naturally contain microbiomes or supplement pills that contain live active bacteria—advertised to promote digestive health. 

Dr. Allan Walker, Professor of Nutrition at the Harvard Chan School of Public Health and Harvard Medical School, believes that although published research is conflicting, there are specific situations where probiotic supplements may be helpful. “Probiotics can be most effective at both ends of the age spectrum because that’s when your microbes aren’t as robust as they normally are,” Walker explains. “You can influence this huge bacterial colonization process more effectively with probiotics.”

Here at Rawleigh, we have produced the most advanced blend of probiotics, that are designed by the scientists at the prestigious Harvard Medical School, USA. Gut Eze is a probiotic blend with Live Cultures (1 Billion CFU/Capsule) that not only helps maintain gut integrity but also helps balance the gut-brain relationship, lipid metabolism appetite, and immune integrity.

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. It is recommended that a physician be consulted before taking any supplements. Results are not typical and may vary.