Why is our Gut Works® supplement so good?

How to take it?

Take one capsule each day at least 20 minutes before or after any hot drinks.
Probiotics are very sensitive to heat and warm air, so only add a few capsules to your refillable pill tin at a time. Re-seal your Gut Works^® pouch securely each day. Keep your pouch away from any warm air or moisture, including radiators, steam from a kettle or showers in a bathroom. If at all uncertain, store your Gut Works^® in your fridge if it is frost-free.
As recommended by the NHS, probiotics should be taken for at least 4 weeks when managing IBS.
Suitable to take alongside antibiotics. If you are taking antibiotics, take Gut Works^® 2-3 hours before or after your antibiotics.
Suitable during pregnancy.

Vegan

Vegetarian

Allergen-free

Additives-free

Gluten-free

Dairy-free

Lactose-free

Non-gmo

Halal

Kosher

Kind on stomach

Easy to swallow

What to expect?

1 Week

Healthier bowel movements.

1 Month

Feel a difference in bloating and excessive wind and gas.

2 Months

Support for energy and moods.

3 Months

A healthy gut can support cognitive performance through the 'gut-brain axis'.

1 Week

Healthier bowel movements.

1 Month

Feel a difference in bloating and excessive wind and gas.

2 Months

Support for energy and moods.

3 Months

A healthy gut can support cognitive performance through the 'gut-brain axis'.

How it works?

Gut Works^® is our advanced pre and probiotic containing 50 billion gut-friendly bacteria (CFU) that are scientifically studied to provide daily support for your gut health, digestion, mental health and immune health.

As well as for IBS, bloating and related issues, Gut Works^® directly supports your 'Gut-Brain axis' that fuels your brain's focus, cognition and concentration, your mental health and your ability to cope with stress and your immune health.

Complete digestive support and for IBS

Gut Works^® contains a unique formula of prebiotics and 50bn CFU (colony-forming units, which is the number of active bacteria) across six scientifically studied probiotic strains.

Prebiotics and fibre work synergistically with the gut-friendly bacteria. Prebiotics help feed and stimulate the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.

Inulin is a gut-friendly, soluble fibre that helps improve bowel function by positively influencing intestinal bacteria.

Psyllium Husk contributes to intestinal tract function, helping maintain regularity in bowel movements and facilitating intestinal transit. This helps reduce the toxins that can build up in the body and negatively affect your digestive and overall health.^2,4

Nutrient absorption: Lactobacilli support digestion by improving the integrity of the intestinal lining, which supports nutrient absorption. L.plantarum also plays a key role in supporting iron absorption.

Healthy microflora: Lactobacilli, Bifidobacterium lactis and Streptococcus thermophilus produce lactic acid which changes the environment (the ‘pH’) of their surroundings. Pathogenic (bad) bacteria will not thrive in this new environment so the outcome is a healthier environment for digestive processes to occur and a lower incidence of infections and inflammatory processes.^6,8-9

Overall digestive comfort: Bifidobacterium lactis and Lactobacillus casei support a reduction in abdominal bloating and stomach pain by improving the transit time of food through the digestive tract. S. thermophilus may improve lactose intolerance.

Gut Works^® and IBS: The careful selection of strains within Gut Works^® has been clinically shown to support those who experience IBS, a condition associated with an imbalanced gut microbiome.

Thriving healthy strains of L. acidophilus, B. lactis and S. thermophilus improve the intensity of IBS-associated issues and functional diarrhoea episodes. L. plantarum has also been shown in research to provide vast improvements in flatulence, pain, discomfort and overall quality of life.^12,13-15,18

Full list of references.

Immune support

Gut Works^® provides key strains of live bacteria, namely Lactobacilli, Bifidobacterium and Streptococcus thermophilus, extensively researched for their role in modulating the immune system.^12-19

These bacterial strains do this by strengthening the intestinal barrier, modulating the composition of bacteria in the gut and activating the right cells involved with immune responses, and providing an inhospitable environment for viruses and bacteria.^9-12,16

Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium lactis reduce both the onset of a common cold and its associated characteristics. When combined with other strains, Lactobacilli is most effective and reduces fever by up to 70%. Research shows that incidents of fever, coughing and a streaming nose were reduced by 48%, and the incidence when taken alongside an antibiotic’s course was reduced by 84%.

Streptococcus thermophilus reduces the risk of recurrent upper respiratory tract infections. Studies suggest it may support the health of both ear and oral cavities, minimising infections that arise there.^17-18

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Emotional wellbeing

The gut and the brain are strongly interconnected, with over 95% of our serotonin produced in the gut. Gut Works^® helps nourish the gut and optimise the function of our key brain messengers and chemicals for normal mood regulation and brain activity.

Lactobacillus rhamnosus, included in Gut Works^®, is a bacterial strain known for its communication with the brain, signalling the release of GABA. Higher levels of GABA are associated with reduced feelings of low mood.

The unique combination of prebiotics, fibre and gut-friendly bacteria helps produce short-chain fatty acids, which play an important role in stress and mood.^20-23

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Overall wellbeing

Along with other factors, including diet and lifestyle, supporting your gut microbiome will support your overall wellbeing. Improved gut health, a resilient immune system, along with a calmer state of mind all support mental and physical wellbeing. This is particularly true for those whose gut health issues significantly impact their daily activities and overall quality of life.

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How Gut Works^® supports your brain

Our gut is known as our 'second brain'. Our gut and brain are connected by a combination of the 'vagus nerve' and hormones, which is known as the 'Gut-brain axis'. The emotional and cognitive centres of your brain are connected with your gut microbiome and gastrointestinal function. Clinical research shows the health of our gut bacteria is vital to this connection and in turn our mood, mental health, our ability to manage stress, our ability to concentrate and focus, and much more. Learn more in 'Why your gut is your second brain'.

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