Postbiotics and gut health: an emerging field of research to support the immune system

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Increased understanding of the role of the gut microbiota in health has highlighted the benefits of pre- and probiotics, and now, postbiotics are emerging as a further source of support for the development of a strong and stable immune system. Produced by a natural fermentation process, postbiotics have been shown to benefit the adaptive and innate immune system and improve gut barrier function1-2.

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Increased understanding of the role of the gut microbiota in health has highlighted the benefits of pre- and probiotics, and now, postbiotics are emerging as a further source of support for the development of a strong and stable immune system. Produced by a natural fermentation process, postbiotics have been shown to benefit the adaptive and innate immune system and improve gut barrier function1-2.

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