This is no way to live.
There are endless things that could have contributed to this scenario. Food poisoning is an obvious one. The stress of adapting to a new time zone and climate is another- disrupting your circadian rhythm, rupturing the daily habit your body is used to. And then there are the airports, full of international germs, and the new food that may be so foreign to your digestive system. Traveler’s diarrhea is not nearly as simple as the name it has been given.
Your microbiome is unique. Have you thought about how your microbiome might change when you are exposed to new food in different places of the world? Evidence shows that there are variations in the abundance of specific bacteria between populations- in other words, when traveling, you can experience a shift in your microbiome with sudden diet and other environmental changes. This shift may be accompanied by symptoms of GI distress- gas, bloating, diarrhea, and/or nausea.
Each of these symptoms can impact the quality of your trip abroad. At Flore, we care about stabilizing your microbiome so that you can embrace new cultures and immerse yourself in incredible cuisines throughout the world without worrying about the consequences.
Probiotics interact with the gut lining and the immune cells that sit along it, and Flore precision probiotics are built to support a balanced gut and normal immune function while you travel. They do not prevent travelers' diarrhea or infection; safe food and water habits do that. Another pro of Flore is that they do not need to be constantly refrigerated: they are travel-friendly and will remain viable throughout your trip.
Planning a trip abroad? Start your Flore precision probiotics a few weeks before you go, and pack them; they travel well.What are Custom Probiotics?
Not sure where to start with your gut?
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