Prebiotics & Probiotics: The perfect duo

Set out to improve Australian drinking culture, Kommunity Brew are passionate about creating delicious, cultured beverages that deliver a health-packed punch.

Their range of heath tonics, kefir & kombucha fermented drinks offer naturally derived flavour, brimming with live probiotics to support a multitude of bodily systems.

Gut-health focussed - the range of unpasteurised Kombucha & Kefir have not been preserved in any way other than natural fermentation. Infused with high quality & certified organic botanicals for flavour, it’s small batch brewing, naturally low in sugar and delivered direct to maximise the LIVE cultures for your wellbeing.

Understanding Probiotics: Your Gut’s Best Friend

Probiotics are live non-pathogenic microorganisms that reside in the gut, playing a crucial role in maintaining a balanced gut microbiome. This balance is essential for overall health, as a healthy gut microbiota can help prevent diseases & support various bodily functions.

When you consume probiotics, they interact directly with receptors in your gut lining. These receptors link to your immune, endocrine, metabolic & nervous systems. By lowering the pH level in your intestinal tract, probiotics reduce the colonisation of harmful bacteria, support the immune system & enhance gut barrier integrity. This balance helps the metabolic system regulate digestion & energy production, reducing symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) & fatigue. Additionally, probiotics support the nervous system by aiding in the production of B vitamins & reducing stress-related hormones like cortisol. In essence, probiotics offer holistic benefits, elevating the function of multiple systems throughout your body.

Probiotics are found in fermented & cultured foods such as natural yogurt, kefir (both water & dairy-based), kombucha, sauerkraut, pickles, tempeh, miso, kimchi & sourdough bread. Where diet alone is not enough or particularly after any illness or course of antibiotics, probiotic supplements offer high dose support.

Introducing Prebiotics: Fuel for Probiotics

Prebiotics are undigested dietary carbohydrates that ferment in the gut, serving as a food source for probiotics. While prebiotics don't directly impact your health, they support probiotic bacteria by extending their lifespan in the gut, allowing them to perform their beneficial functions longer.

Incorporating prebiotics and probiotics into your diet is easier than you might think. Prebiotics are predominantly found in plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables & legumes. A diverse range of complex carbohydrates & fibre can effectively boost probiotics' function.

High prebiotic foods include:

• Vegetables: White onions, leek, garlic, kale, cabbage, broccoli & jerusalem artichoke.

• Fruits: Nectarines, watermelon, pears, blueberries, mulberries, raspberries, figs & bananas.

• Grains: Wheat & rye.

• Legumes: All beans, peas & lentils.

Supercharge Your Gut with Kommunity Brew

The team at Kommunity Brew, recommend incorporating prebiotic-rich foods into your diet & pairing them with probiotic sources for a supercharged gut.

Enjoy a breakfast of avocado on wholemeal sourdough toast paired with their Immunity Boost, which contains two billion probiotics.

For lunch, try a roast vegetable salad with the delicious sparkling probiotic water kefir – a fantastic way to incorporate probiotics into your daily routine. It’s brimming with live probiotics & naturally derived flavours, offering a health-packed punch in every sip.

By combining prebiotics & probiotics in your diet, you are laying the groundwork for a healthy gut, allowing your body to flourish. Elevate your health today with Kommunity Brews probiotic-rich beverages & enjoy the benefits of a balanced gut microbiome.

By Amelia Rigby