28/10/2026
Gut health isn't just about adding probiotics. It's also about feeding beneficial bacteria and supporting the gut's protective barrier.
Three ingredients we commonly use in clinical practice are HMOs, lactulose and IgG Shield, each working a little differently.
🦠 HMOs (Human Milk Oligosaccharides) are specialised prebiotics naturally found in breast milk. They selectively nourish beneficial bacteria, particularly Bifidobacterium, and can help support microbial balance, short-chain fatty acid production and intestinal barrier function.
🌱 Lactulose works as both an osmotic laxative and a prebiotic. It draws water into the bowel to soften stools, while also undergoing bacterial fermentation to produce organic acids that support the gut environment and beneficial bacteria.
🛡️ IgG Shield provides immunoglobulins that can bind certain microbial antigens and toxins within the gut. This may help support immune defence at the intestinal lining and reduce exposure to potentially irritating microbial compounds.
Each serves a different purpose, which is why gut support should always be individualised.
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