Probiotics: What are they and how do they help with immunity?
There are several big benefits to taking probiotic supplements and the impact of doing so can be long lasting.
The body is home to approximately 100 trillion microorganisms, known as the microbiome. Most of these microbes (mainly bacteria) live in the gut.
Don’t be put off by the word bacteria! Your body is full of it, both good and bad.
You may hear probiotics called ‘good’ or ‘helpful’ bacteria. This is because they support gut health in different ways, such as helping your immune system function properly, promoting digestive system function, and aiding nutrient absorption.
What is the microbiome?
The human body contains trillions of microbes that make up the microbiome and assist in keeping you healthy. Everyone’s microbiome is unique and is influenced by a range of factors including stress levels, diet, age, gender, and life stage, such as pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Nutrition and gut health are especially important during the pregnancy journey and probiotics can play a supportive role as your body changes.
The benefits of probiotic use during the pregnancy journey
There are several big benefits to taking probiotics throughout the pregnancy journey. What happens in the microbiome during pregnancy can have a lifelong impact on your little one’s life.
The makeup of the mother’s microbiome changes during pregnancy and is extremely influential on what happens with the microbiome of their baby.
Factors like whether a baby was born vaginally or via C-section, at home or in hospital, can also affect the composition of the baby’s microbiome, which is why it’s important for mum to have a healthy microbiome.
Using a supplement such as Elevit Probiotics offers key benefits like boosting:
- Immune system function
- Gut health
- Nutrient uptake
The importance of immunity in pregnancy
It is now known that contact with beneficial bacteria early in life (including during The First 1000 Days) can support the development and maturation of the immune system.
The First 1000 Days, from conception to a child’s second birthday, are a critical window to lay the foundations for lifelong development and health1. It is a time where the brain, the body and immune system develop significantly and the right care and nutrition shape the baby’s ability to grow, learn and thrive.
Why choose Elevit Probiotics Immunity & Gut Health?
Elevit Probiotics offer a scientific formula with three probiotic strains to support immunity and gut health. Here are some more great reasons to try it out:
- It is suitable to be taken during pre-conception, pregnancy, and breastfeeding
- Just 1 small capsule, to be taken daily
- Is an optional add-on to Elevit Preconception & Pregnancy Multivitamin or Elevit Breastfeeding, it is not a replacement
- Does not require refrigeration, it may be stored below 30 degrees Celsius so you can store it in your cupboard or take it on the go
- Elevit Probiotics are from the makers of Elevit, Australia’s No.1 pregnancy multivitamin* and experts in pregnancy nutrition
Always read the label and follow directions for use.
Elevit Preconception and Pregnancy Multivitamin supports baby’s healthy development.
Elevit Breastfeeding supports mum’s energy levels and breastmilk production.
*IQVIA $ MAT 19.11.2022. 1. 1. Linner A, Almgren M. Epigenetic programming – The important first 1000 days. Acta Paediatr. 2020;109(3):443-452
Brought to you by Elevit – the experts in pregnancy nutrition.
