A healthy gut is often said to be the foundation of overall well-being, but have you ever wondered why? Welcome to an insightful exploration on the profound impact your gut microbiome has on your overall health. We are La Biome, Australia’s Microbiome Specialty Store and we aim to reveal the intricate relationship between the trillions […]
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Can prebiotics reduce blood pressure? New Australian study says yes.
Can prebiotics reduce blood pressure? In an Australian study published in 2023, researchers examined the potential for prebiotics to reduce blood pressure. The study involved 21 participants who received either 40g of the prebiotic acetylated and butyrylated high-amylose maize starch (HAMSAB) supplementationor a placebo. The trial aimed to see if the prebiotic could influence blood pressure. […]

Low FODMAP Diet for IBS: It’s Not A Magic Cure
Bloating and abdominal discomfort are common complaints, not only among those with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) but also in generally healthy individuals. These symptoms often arise from the fermentation of undigested food by gut microbes. Medical advice often suggests antibiotics to control bacterial overgrowth or adhering to a low FODMAP diet for IBS, which restricts […]

3 hidden causes of leaky gut and how to fix it
Leaky gut, aka increased intestinal permeability, is one of my favourite topics. There’s ample scientific resarch on this phenomena and it’s great to see it getting the attention it deserves so people can regain control of their health. BUT despite all the evidence for the role of leaky gut in a host of conditions including […]

3 stress free ways to test bacterial vaginosis
You want to test bacterial vaginosis without actually testing for bacterial vaginosis. I get it, sometimes you just don’t want to haul yourself to the doctor, let alone for something as private as your vaginal health. Besides you know what to expect by now, another round of oral or topical antibiotics/antifungals. They work for a […]

7 surprising reasons why pomegranate is the secret to a happy gut microbiome.
Pomegranate is good for your gut microbiome and has powerful health benefits for the whole body. Remarkably, it seems early civilisations were also clued in on this super fruit! A quick history of pomegranate Pomegranate’s cultivation traces back to around 3,000 BC in Iran, where it was highly revered. For example, in Persian mythology and […]

Should I do parasite cleansing?
Is parasite cleansing right for you? In my 6 years of helping people with their gut health and analysing the gut microbiome, I have come across many people asking for help after parasite cleansing. Understanding the larger context of the gut microbiome has made this much clear: Parasites are not the route of all evil. […]

Vitamin K and Gut Bacteria
Vitamin K is an essential nutrient for blood clotting, bone health, and heart health. Gut bacteria may play an important role in maintaining vitamin K stores in the body. The study highlights that the gut microbiota can transform vitamin K1 into vitamin K2, which is the biologically active form of vitamin K. The journal: Gut […]

Endometriosis and the microbiome
Endometriosis affects 1 in 9 Australian women. Management options range from over the counter pain medications, hormonal contraceptive pills or intra-uterine devices (IUD) to laparospic surgery or hysterectomy. Is it possible that the microbiome could hold some answers for women with endometriosis? The journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences The paper: Intricate Connections between the […]

Is fish oil good for the gut microbiome?
Is fish oil good for the gut microbiome? Evidence suggests that increasing your intake of omega-3 fatty acids, like those in fish oil, is good for promoting gut health and reducing inflammation in the gut. This paper reviewed several clinical trials that investigated the effects of omega 3 essential fatty acids on the gut microbiome […]