Guest post by Stephen O’Hara from OptiBiome.
Much remains unknown about the final frontier of the gut microbiome, but the evidence behind the complex and frequent communication between the gut health, diet and disease is rapidly growing.
The human microbiome (there is a skin and gut microbiome), is a large community of unique bacteria that has been growing within each of us since our first 1,000 days of life. There exists a complex integration between bacteria/microbiota and the gastrointestinal immune system.
When the balance between good bacteria is disrupted, diseases, inflammation, obesity and cognitive and mood problems arise. This is commonly caused by the consequences of poor eating habits, antibiotic use, and a negative relationship with food.
An over-reliance on fatty, processed foods with little nutrients hold implications far beyond our waistline and can greatly contribute to poor mental health, and overall negative wellbeing.
Research from The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare shows that across the board, Aussies of all ages have a poor and unbalanced diet, placing the 5th highest obesity rate (out of 23 countries).
Over the years, Australian’s have neglected the 5 food groups and have subbed healthy, highly nutritious diets for foods high in fats, salts, sugars, including oily fast-food takeaways and sweet treats.
So, what’s available to assist with cultivating our gut microbiome, taking control of our weight and boosting mood?
Presenting the latest science on the gut microbiome and the unique relationship between the gut and the brain, OptiBiome products use a patented blend of prebiotics, dietary fibre and a trace mineral that not only assists in weight loss but promotes positive well-being whist doing so.
Gut bacteria flourish when fed a large variety of highly nutritious foods that assist with suppressing and reducing inflammation – that is also said to be linked with the rise of depressive symptoms.
Which is why OptiBiome uses a trifecta of ingredients (Konjac Root (Glucomannan), Chicory Root Fibre and Chromium) that work synergistically together to create the perfect environment to support people on their individual weight loss journey’s and boost feel good energy.
The first ingredient in OptiBiome’s key trifecta is Konjac Root (Glucomannan). Konjac Root is often used in Chinese medicine and is a dietary fibre that gently expands in the stomach and provides a feeling of satiety and fullness, while delaying gastric emptying.
Secondly, Chicory Root Fibre is a prebiotic that helps stimulate the growth of good bacteria in the gut. This increases microbiome diversity, and in turn promotes a favourable mood impression. You simply feel better in yourself over the long term.
Lastly, OptiBiome includes Chromium, a trace mineral that helps contribute to the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels and mediates the peaks and troughs of dieting, by enhancing the body’s use of insulin.
Independent human studies published in peer reviewed scientific journals have shown this unique blend of prebiotics and dietary fibres, OptiBiome stimulates the growth of positive bacteria in the digestive tract to help battle food cravings and hunger. Trace mineral chromium content enhances the body’s use of insulin, helping to metabolise carbohydrates and fat. This is the perfect ingredient trifecta to encourage positive wellbeing, promote good gut health and assist in maintaining healthy weight.
The Optislim OptiBiome range is available at Chemist Warehouse and Woolworths in four 10 x 60g sachet shake varieties (Espresso, Vanilla, Chocolate and a Variety Pack) and a 36g Apple Pie flavoured Hunger Buster Snack Bar. Strawberry and Vanilla shake flavours are only available online at www.optislim.com.au.
OptiBiome promotes the feeling of fullness resulting in less food intake, maintains blood sugar levels which reduces the cravings and cultivates gut microbiome diversity.
