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How does this differ
to Prebiotics?
Probiotics A form of natural, indigestible starch
found in small quantities in foods such
as banana, onions, leeks, asparagus
vs Prebiotics and Jerusalem artichokes. Prebiotics
can be added to a wider selection of
foods than probiotics because they do
not have the same storage problems as
‘live’ products.

By Vicky Convy | Regional Educator: Europe and the Middle East Prebiotics are available in everything
from bread and cereal to yogurt, baby
milk and flavoured water. As well as
boosting bacteria levels, prebiotics are
thought to encourage the absorption
of bone-strengthening calcium thanks
to the way they are digested.
Let's talk bacteria Live Microorganisms
Prebiotics do not replace bacteria but
Did you know… According to the official definition, probiotics are “live microorganisms that, help feed the ‘good’ bacteria in the
there are more bacteria living when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host”. digestive tract. Prebiotics are food
in your gut than there are ingredients that induce the growth or
people living on this earth. It’s You can get probiotics from supplements, as well as foods that are prepared activity of beneficial microorganisms
an astronomical number - there by bacterial fermentation. Foods include yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, (e.g. bacteria and fungi).
are 100 trillion bacteria living in kimchi and others. Many probiotic supplements combine different species
your intestines right now. Wow, together in the same supplement. These are known as broad-spectrum
now that’s a lot of bacteria! probiotics or multi-probiotics.
Role in skin care Prebiotics and Nimue
Fortunately, most of these are This is a relatively new and growing area Nimue has recently launch the professional Super Fluids, which
good bacteria, like lactobacillus What are Probiotics? that has been proven to reconstruct are 5 ingredient based super fluids that may be used in any Nimue
or acidophilus. You may atopic dermatitis, promote healing of professional treatment. They allow for customisation and enhance the
have heard of them in yogurt The most common groups include Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium. There scars and burns, along with rejuvenation efficacy of the professional treatment. The Prebiotics Super Fluid has
products like Activia, Kefir or are also many different species within each group and each species have of the skin and strengthening the skin’s a combination of polysaccharides encapsulated in a cellular matrix.
Yakult. They help with digestion many strains. Interestingly, different probiotics seem to work for different innate immunity. It has also been shown
of foods through digestive health conditions. to reduce redness, irritation and restore This matrix includes:
enzymes, they enhance immune the skin’s natural barrier.
function and they fight bad bugs Probiotics are usually bacteria, but there is also a type of yeast that can • Inulin - Humectant
called pathogens. Pathogens function as a probiotic. They can be obtained from supplements as well as If these disorders can be saved by • Yeast - Promotes wound healing
are infectious agents, germs or foods that are prepared by bacterial fermentation. probiotics, can we assume that those • Seaweed extract - Moisturising and barrier protection
biological agents that causes advantages can extend further,
disease or illness to its host. In Top 10 Probiotic-Rich Foods including an ageing skin? Gut bacteria This combination allows for a healing, anti-inflammatory and anti-acne
this case, they can make YOU elevates the human immune system. effect. As a prebiotic, it also provides nutrition to healthy bacteria
very sick! 1. Kefir 2. Sauerkraut 3. Kimchi 4. Coconut Kefir 5. Natto Having a strong immune system which will boost the skin’s natural immune system. This is the first
6. Yoghurt 7. Kvass 8. Miso 9. Kombucha 10. Raw Dairy
benefits all organs of the body, product from Nimue that works with prebiotics and has allowed us to
including the skin. step into the fascinating world of pre and probiotics.

Role in skin care

Topical probiotics influence the
skin’s microbiome, which is a
collection of natural bacteria that
live on the skin and help promote
healthy skin cell function. In a
nutshell, topical probiotics can help
restore the balance of the skin,
which can lead to visible reduction
in redness and irritation and can
also help the skin better resist free
radical attack.