You’ve probably already heard that probiotics are good for your digestion and gut health, but did you know they’re also good for your immune system?
The rumors are true. Taking a daily probiotic can have a positive impact on the entire body, including mood, energy levels, and even your risk for chronic diseases, because the little powerhouse that is the gut impacts nearly every system in the body.1 In fact, a large portion of our immune system is located right there in the gut.2
So today, we’ll focus on that: Gut health and the immune system, and more specifically how the key ingredients in URO Whole Body Probiotic can affect your immunity.
What’s A Probiotic Anyway?
The gut—and the body overall—are full of bacteria. Some of it is good, and some not so good.
Probiotics are live microorganisms, naturally found in things like fermented foods (think yogurt or sauerkraut), and also dietary supplements. When consumed, probiotics basically improve our bodies’ balance of good bacteria. When we have a good balance of these beneficial bacteria, this means better digestion, metabolism, production of vitamins, and immune system health.3,4
Probiotics for Immune System
We mentioned earlier that a good portion of the immune system is actually located in the gut. This means that about 70 percent of the body’s immune cells are located in the gut itself. These immune cells interact with the gut’s microbiome—or the various bacteria and fungi (yes, fungi) that live in our GI tract.2
Certain foods and supplements we consume affect the diversity and composition of gut bacteria, which then has an immediate effect on our immune cells. In an article from UCLA Health, Jonathan Jacobs, MD, PhD says, “The microbiome and the immune system are critically intertwined. What’s present in the gut determines what education immune cells get.”2
So to give these immune cells a “good education,” as he says, you need to put good things into your body. This means eating a mostly plant-based diet rich in fiber, healthy fats, protein at every meal, using plenty of natural spices and herbs, and supplementing with a high-quality probiotic.2
URO Whole Body Probiotic Key Ingredients
Speaking of high-quality probiotics, let’s take a look inside URO Whole Body Probiotic.
URO Whole Body Probiotic is a bit different from some probiotics out there because it contains both probiotics and digestive enzymes. This means it's working to not only help boost your gut’s healthy bacteria, but also help you break down foods so your digestive tract can better absorb nutrients.*5
This supplement includes clinically-studied doses of probiotic strains like immune-boosting allstars L. plantarum and Bacillus coagulans, and added ingredients like licorice root and dandelion, which can relieve digestive discomfort and fluid retention.*6,7
All of this can lead to healthy and happy gut, which we know can promote a healthier and happier immune system.*
What Happens When You Take Probiotics Every Day?
Most probiotics, including URO Whole Body Probiotic, are formulated to take once a day. You can think of probiotics as proactive supplements; they’re not something you need to take once an issue has occurred. Rather, they’re something you can take daily to help maintain a healthy gut and immune system, to help prevent digestive or immune issues down the line.*
One bottle of URO Whole Body Probiotic includes 30 capsules, or 30 doses.
Signs Probiotics Are Working
You’ll know your URO Whole Body Probiotic is working if digestive issues like diarrhea, bloating, or constipation start clearing up. You may also notice clearer skin, better breath, fewer yeast infections, and fewer illnesses—but everyone is different.*
Side Effects of Probiotics
Healthcare professionals tend to agree that probiotics are overall safe and are unlikely to cause side effects. If they do, they’re typically things like diarrhea or loose stools, and that’s often if you’re just starting out on probiotics or your dose is too high.8
Be sure you’re taking your probiotic consistently to reduce these symptoms over time, and improve your health in the long run. And, as mentioned, talk with your doctor before introducing any new supplements to your everyday routine.
