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Phytopet Pro-biotic concentrate.
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RSP: £12.00
Size/Pack Size: 100g
Phytopet probiotic concentrate is made up of SC1-1077 live yeast probiotic a patented form of Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Chiccory inulin.
The SC1-1077 live yeast probiotic is primarily used to ensure complete and efficient digestion, maximizing nutrient uptake for the benefit of the animal. It does this by promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut, which aids in the breakdown of nutrients. See below:
Oxygen Scavenging: When the yeast transits from the stomach into the gut, it continues to scavenge oxygen, promoting an anaerobic environment which is favoured by the digestive bacteria. This helps to maintain an optimal population of these bacteria, ensuring complete fermentation of the animal's diet and reducing incidences of flatulence, diarrhoea, and other common digestive disorders.
Competitive Exclusion of Harmful Bacteria: The yeast also works by competitively excluding potentially harmful bacteria. Harmful pathogenic bacteria will attach themselves to the yeast cell to consume it. Once attached, they are unable to detach themselves and are therefore also carried out in the faecal stream. This process naturally limits the potential adverse effects of these bacteria on the host animal.
Immune System Stimulation: The presence of live yeast in an animal has also been proved to stimulate its auto-immune response. This makes the animal more robust and resistant to disease.
Promotion of Beneficial Bacteria: The yeast encourages the reproductive activity of fibre fermenting (cellulolytic) bacteria, and lactate scavenging bacteria, which create and maintain the acidic environment in the gut. This helps to reduce incidences of inappropriate fermentation, which can lead to digestive disorders.
Chicory inulin is a type of dietary fibre that comes from the chicory plant. It's classified as a prebiotic, which means it feeds the beneficial bacteria (probiotics) in your gut. Here's how it works:
Feeds Beneficial Bacteria: Inulin is a type of soluble fibre that our bodies cannot digest. However, it serves as food for the beneficial bacteria in our gut. These bacteria convert inulin and other prebiotics into short-chain fatty acids, which nourish colon cells and provide various other health benefits.
Improves Digestion: Inulin can help improve digestive health by increasing the frequency of bowel movements and decreasing constipation. It does this by increasing the water-holding capacity of the stool, making it easier to pass.
Boosts Immune System: The beneficial bacteria that feed on inulin not only help with digestion but also play a significant role in immune system function. They help create a barrier against harmful bacteria, potentially reducing the risk of infection.
Supports Metabolic Health: Some research suggests that inulin may support metabolic health by helping to control blood sugar levels. It does this by slowing digestion, which in turn slows the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream.
Enhances Mineral Absorption: Inulin may enhance the absorption of minerals such as calcium and magnesium, potentially improving bone health.
Weight Management: Inulin has also been linked to weight loss and improved weight management. It's a low-calorie carbohydrate and has a filling effect, which can help reduce overall calorie intake.
In terms of its use as a probiotic, it's important to note that inulin itself is not a probiotic but rather a prebiotic. It supports the function of probiotics by serving as a food source for these beneficial bacteria. When used in combination with probiotics, inulin can help these bacteria flourish, leading to improved gut health.
