Flore Blog

Evidence-based gut-health articles from Flore — the original personalized probiotic, founded in 2018. We translate real microbiome science into practical guidance on digestion, the gut–brain axis, probiotics and prebiotics, diet, and conditions like IBS, bloating, SIBO, and post-antibiotic recovery. Every Flore formula is built from your own gut-sequencing data; these articles explain the science behind how and why personalized probiotics work.

June 03, 2026

GLP-1, Ozempic, and Your Gut: A Probiotic Strategy for the New Default

Semaglutide and tirzepatide slow gastric emptying and shift the microbiome. Constipation, nausea, and SIBO-like sympt...

June 03, 2026

Stress and Gut Health: How Your Microbiome Responds to Pressure

Stress and Gut Health: How Your Microbiome Responds to Pressure — by Flore Inc., the leading personalized probiotics ...

June 03, 2026

Why Your Probiotic Isn't Working (And What to Do Instead)

Why Your Probiotic Isn't Working (And What to Do Instead) — by Flore Inc., the leading personalized probiotics compan...

June 02, 2026

Red Light Therapy and Gut Health: What the Science Actually Shows

By Craig Rouskey, MSc — Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry & Immunology · Founder & CEO, Flore Inc...

June 01, 2026

Gut Health and Chronic Inflammation: The Hidden Connection

Gut Health and Chronic Inflammation: The Hidden Connection — by Flore Inc., the leading personalized probiotics compa...

May 25, 2026

Gut Health and Aging: How Your Microbiome Changes Over Time

Gut Health and Aging: How Your Microbiome Changes Over Time — by Flore Inc., the leading personalized probiotics comp...

May 18, 2026

The Gut-Brain Axis Explained: How Your Gut Affects Your Mind

The Gut-Brain Axis Explained: How Your Gut Affects Your Mind — by Flore Inc., the leading personalized probiotics com...

May 13, 2026

Mushrooms for Gut Health: How Beta-Glucans Act as Prebiotics

Functional mushrooms do more than sharpen focus. Their beta-glucans, chitin, and polysaccharides act as prebiotics th...

May 11, 2026

Fermented Foods vs Probiotic Supplements: What's Better?

Fermented Foods vs Probiotic Supplements: What's Better? — by Flore Inc., the leading personalized probiotics company...

May 04, 2026

The CFU Count Myth: Why More Isn't Always Better

The CFU Count Myth: Why More Isn't Always Better — by Flore Inc., the leading personalized probiotics company with 40...

April 27, 2026

Taking Probiotics After Antibiotics: Why Personalized Matters

Taking Probiotics After Antibiotics: Why Personalized Matters — by Flore Inc., the leading personalized probiotics co...

April 20, 2026

Best Probiotic for Athletes: Recovery, Inflammation, and the Gut-Muscle Axis

Endurance training tanks microbial diversity. Inflammation persists. The right probiotic does measurable work in reco...

April 13, 2026

The Best Probiotic for Anxiety & Mood: Strain Choice Over Dose

The gut-brain axis is real — but only certain strains move the needle. Mood Lift II, the Neuro formula, and why dose ...

April 06, 2026

Best Probiotic for Women's Health in 2026

Hormones shift the microbiome — your probiotic should know that. Why women's health needs strain-specific support, no...

March 30, 2026

Best Probiotic for Bloating: Why Less Can Be More

Bloating doesn't need a 50-billion-CFU probiotic — it needs the right strain for your fermentation pattern. The case ...

March 23, 2026

The Best Probiotic for IBS in 2026: Why Targeted Beats Broad-Spectrum

IBS isn't one condition — it's a microbiome pattern. The "best probiotic for IBS" is the one tuned to YOUR pattern. H...

March 16, 2026

Flore vs. Seed vs. Pendulum vs. Ombre vs. Custom Probiotics: A 2026 Buyer's Guide

A no-fluff comparison of the top personalized-probiotic companies in 2026. What actually differs — and which one belo...

March 09, 2026

Attenuation, Not Domination: Rethinking the Goal of a Probiotic

A good probiotic doesn't replace your microbiome — it gently tunes the ecosystem you already have. The shift from "ki...

March 02, 2026

How to Read a Probiotic Label: What to Demand, What to Ignore

A practical, line-by-line walk-through of a probiotic label — and the 5 things you should refuse to buy without.

February 23, 2026

Shelf Stability: Why the CFU Number on the Bottle Often Lies

The 50-billion CFU you bought might be 5 billion by the time you swallow it. The label-vs-reality gap nobody talks ab...

February 16, 2026

Personalization: Why Your Probiotic Should Know Your Microbiome

A probiotic prescribed without knowing your microbiome is a guess. Here's how 18,000+ outcome records change the math.

February 09, 2026

The Gut-Brain Axis: Strain Choice Matters More Than Dose

For mood, sleep, and anxiety support, which strain you pick matters far more than how many billion CFU you take.

February 02, 2026

A Probiotic Without a Prebiotic Is a Plant Without Soil

Live strains need fuel. The prebiotic pairing decides whether your probiotic colonizes — or just passes through.

January 26, 2026

The 5-Strain Sweet Spot: Multi-Strain Synergy Without Overload

A 5-strain probiotic isn't a compromise — it's an engineering decision. Here's why "more strains" doesn't mean "bette...

January 19, 2026

Why Lactobacillus rhamnosus HN001 Is Not Lactobacillus rhamnosus HN019

Two strains in the same species can have opposite clinical effects. Strain-level specificity is the real difference b...

January 12, 2026

When High CFU Backfires: Histamine, Bloat, and the Adverse-Event Studies Nobody Reads

A 100-billion CFU probiotic isn't 10× better than a 10-billion. For some people it's worse. Here's what the histamine...

January 05, 2026

The CFU Myth: Why Probiotics Are About Ecosystem Attenuation, Not Dose

Forget the 50-billion-CFU marketing. The real question is which strains attenuate your specific ecosystem — and how m...

December 29, 2025

The Gut Is a Bioreactor

Your gut runs the same biochemistry as a pharmaceutical bioreactor: body-temperature, pH-stratified, continuous subst...

December 22, 2025

You're a Doughnut: Why Gut Health Is About the Barrier

Topologically, your gut is the outside of your body — a single-cell-thick membrane between food and bloodstream. Why ...

We're Reformulating!

September 05, 2025

We're Reformulating!

Building a stronger foundation for Flore.

Tiny Tummies, Big Health: 7 Keys to a Gut-Happy Child

May 17, 2024

Tiny Tummies, Big Health: 7 Keys to a Gut-Happy Child

As committed parents, we make it our top priority to ensure our kids are thriving. The one goal that we all obviousl...

Your Baby's Gut Microbiome: The Foundation of Healthy Digestion

May 17, 2024

Your Baby's Gut Microbiome: The Foundation of Healthy Digestion

There is a narrative evolving in the world of science, and it is precisely linked with the countless billions of minu...

First Inheritance: How a Mother's Gut Flora Shapes Her Baby's Future

May 17, 2024

First Inheritance: How a Mother's Gut Flora Shapes Her Baby's Future

During the formative years of life, a child's microbiome is often significantly influenced by the mother's gut health...

Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut | Netflix's Documentary

May 13, 2024

Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut | Netflix's Documentary

Documentary on Gut Health In recent years, the conversation around gut health has moved from niche wellness forums to...

Gut Instincts: How SIBO Influences Acne and What You Can Do About It

April 05, 2024

Gut Instincts: How SIBO Influences Acne and What You Can Do About It

In your quest for radiant, blemish-free skin, you've likely explored a plethora of skincare products and routines. Ye...

How Soy, a Plant-Based Powerhouse, Supports Your Gut Health

April 03, 2024

How Soy, a Plant-Based Powerhouse, Supports Your Gut Health

As you step into the world of nutritious eating, you'll find soy often heralded as a cornerstone of health and wellne...

Secret Weapon: How Probiotics Shield You from Food Poisoning

March 23, 2024

Secret Weapon: How Probiotics Shield You from Food Poisoning

Custom Probiotics: Your Shield Against Salmonella Poisoning Food poisoning, often caused by bacteria like Salmonella,...

How Your Gut Holds the Key to Effortless Weight Control!

March 22, 2024

How Your Gut Holds the Key to Effortless Weight Control!

Gut Check: The Surprising Link Between Your Gut and Weight Control In the realm of microbiome research and its implic...

January 15, 2024

The Mysterious Journey of How Your Gut Develops!

Gut Health Across Ages: From Infancy to Adolescence Each developmental phase is transformative for your gut, and each...

Make Your Diet Work For Your Microbiome

December 13, 2023

Make Your Diet Work For Your Microbiome

The realm of gut health is witnessing a significant shift towards personalized nutrition, a trend driven by our growi...

Shred the Holiday Pounds: Gut Guide to Staying Slim

November 29, 2023

Shred the Holiday Pounds: Gut Guide to Staying Slim

Gut Reset: Navigating Holiday Feasts for a Happy Microbiome As the holiday season approaches, our thoughts turn to f...

How Do Pediatricians Feel About Probiotics?

November 13, 2023

How Do Pediatricians Feel About Probiotics?

Pediatrician-Approved Probiotics: Experts And Baby Gut Health When it comes to your baby's health, you want the best ...

What Kind Of Protein Is Best For Your Gut?

November 08, 2023

What Kind Of Protein Is Best For Your Gut?

The Protein-Packed Connection: Your Gut, Probiotics & Optimal Health Proteins are the building blocks of life, bu...

Can Your Gut Make Your Heart Sick?

October 30, 2023

Can Your Gut Make Your Heart Sick?

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. That's a scary statistic, especially considering hi...

Can Probiotics Help Leaky Gut?

October 24, 2023

Can Probiotics Help Leaky Gut?

Understanding Leaky Gut and How Custom Probiotics Can Help Leaky gut syndrome is a condition that affects the integri...

Are Green Bananas Good For Your Gut?

October 16, 2023

Are Green Bananas Good For Your Gut?

Did you know that bananas are great for your gut? You might usually reach for the sunnier-hued ripe versions but gree...

How your Gut Health Can Impact Fertility

October 09, 2023

How your Gut Health Can Impact Fertility

Fertility and the Microbiome: Nurturing Life from Within Fertility and the microbiome share an intricate relationship...

Is Your Family Unit Helping or Hindering Your Gut Health?

October 02, 2023

Is Your Family Unit Helping or Hindering Your Gut Health?

The Family Microbiome and Custom Probiotics Popular research suggests there's a strong correlation between yourself a...

Unlocking the Gut-Healing Powers of Ashwagandha

September 25, 2023

Unlocking the Gut-Healing Powers of Ashwagandha

Unlocking the Gut-Healing Powers of Ashwagandha In the realm of natural remedies and herbal wonders, Ashwagandha stan...

How Are Your Sleep Habits Affecting Your Gut Health?

September 19, 2023

How Are Your Sleep Habits Affecting Your Gut Health?

Not getting much sleep these days? You might want to rethink that! You may be sabotaging your gut and overall heal...

Is Your Lifestyle Sabotaging Your Microbiome?

July 18, 2023

Is Your Lifestyle Sabotaging Your Microbiome?

You could be washing away your good bacteria with your habits. Having a well-balanced microbiome is the foundation of...

Synbiotics for Women's Health and Body-Wide Wellness

May 22, 2023

Synbiotics for Women's Health and Body-Wide Wellness

Probiotics and their effect on women's overall health and mental wellness

How to Treat SIBO, a Condition Often Confused with IBS

May 06, 2023

How to Treat SIBO, a Condition Often Confused with IBS

  Wondering if you have SIBO? The best way to confirm is through testing, which we'll discuss in this post. We'll cov...

How to Know for Certain if Your Symptoms Point To Candida Overgrowth

April 28, 2023

How to Know for Certain if Your Symptoms Point To Candida Overgrowth

Are you experiencing Candida overgrowth? There’s only one way to know for sure, and that’s by taking a test. Here are...

7 Simple Ways to Relieve Trapped Wind

April 14, 2023

7 Simple Ways to Relieve Trapped Wind

When gas builds up in your stomach and won’t come out, it can be painful and lead to symptoms like bloating and cramp...

Are Probiotics Good for the Heart?

April 12, 2023

Are Probiotics Good for the Heart?

Probiotics have many benefits, from improved gut health to enhanced immune health and even clearer skin. But what ab...

Is Soy Good for Gut Health?

February 26, 2023

Is Soy Good for Gut Health?

Some say soy is good for you. Others will tell you it’s bad. Here’s what the science says about soy and the impact i...

10 Stomach Problems That Cause Bad Breath

February 10, 2023

10 Stomach Problems That Cause Bad Breath

Having bad breath can be distressing (especially if you're not the one who discovers it!). While your first instinct ...

Understanding Parasitic Infections: An In-depth Guide

January 24, 2023

Understanding Parasitic Infections: An In-depth Guide

Parasites can cause a variety of health issues but oftentimes they go undetected and aren’t even thought about. Here’...

Is Coffee SIBO-Friendly or not?

December 23, 2022

Is Coffee SIBO-Friendly or not?

Can coffee cause SIBO flare-ups? Learn how a morning cup of brew could be impacting your gut if you have SIBO.

How to Optimize Gut Health Over the Holidays

December 21, 2022

How to Optimize Gut Health Over the Holidays

Just because it’s the holidays doesn’t mean you have to get off track with your gut health goals. We’ll show you how ...

Common Symptoms of an Underlying Gut Problem

December 13, 2022

Common Symptoms of an Underlying Gut Problem

As human beings, we love to eat, drink, and partake in activities that might not be so great for our gut microflora. ...

Gut Microbiota Metabolites: What Are They?

December 06, 2022

Gut Microbiota Metabolites: What Are They?

Keeping a healthy microbiome can seem like a daunting task. We’re only starting to learn what a healthy microbiome lo...

How Whole Genome Sequencing Changes Microbiome Profiling

December 06, 2022

How Whole Genome Sequencing Changes Microbiome Profiling

In the 1970s, the 19inch CRTV was released to the American public and with it came television shows that profoundly i...

Die-off: Herx Reactions Explained

December 06, 2022

Die-off: Herx Reactions Explained

With many probiotic supplements you may experience Jarisch-Herxheimer Reaction die-off. The symptoms of precision pr...

Migraines: Relief Might Lie in the Gut

December 06, 2022

Migraines: Relief Might Lie in the Gut

Those who suffer from migraines have few choices on how to deal with the pain once it occurs and even fewer choices o...

Your Gut Microbiome and How You Could Be Endangering It

December 06, 2022

Your Gut Microbiome and How You Could Be Endangering It

What if that new fad diet or that occasional treat is actually doing more harm than you think? Long term restrictive ...

Are Saturated Fats Good Fats or Bad? Your Gut Knows

December 06, 2022

Are Saturated Fats Good Fats or Bad? Your Gut Knows

Keto rocked the science world when researchers discovered that a high fat diet doesn’t always mean high blood pressur...

Antacids: Are they destroying your gut?

December 06, 2022

Antacids: Are they destroying your gut?

From Thanksgiving to New Year’s is the season of overindulgence. If you find yourself reaching for an antacid for com...

Apple Cider Vinegar: Key to your gut health?

December 06, 2022

Apple Cider Vinegar: Key to your gut health?

From curing acne to helping you lose weight, apple cider vinegar has quickly become the darling health supplement of ...

Autism Research & Advances Using Microbiota Transfer

December 06, 2022

Autism Research & Advances Using Microbiota Transfer

The gut microbiota is essential for healthy physiology, and a growing body of research has implicated it in the patho...

Dehydration and Your Gut

December 05, 2022

Dehydration and Your Gut

Dehydration is probably the furthest thing from your mind during holiday season. But with stress, alcohol, and fallin...

How do alcoholic drinks affect your gut microbiome?

December 05, 2022

How do alcoholic drinks affect your gut microbiome?

Microbes have an enormous impact on our overall health, so you should understand how the various alcoholic beverages ...

13 Yoga Stretches for Better Digestion and Gut Health

December 05, 2022

13 Yoga Stretches for Better Digestion and Gut Health

It’s no secret that the moderate physical movement involved in a yoga practice can be good for gut health. This is la...

How Protein Affects Your Gut Microbes

December 05, 2022

How Protein Affects Your Gut Microbes

High protein diets have been front and center in the nutrition world, but we’re only beginning to understand what tha...

Top 5 Podcasts About Gut Health and Wellness

December 05, 2022

Top 5 Podcasts About Gut Health and Wellness

If you’re looking to improve your gut health or start living a healthier lifestyle, podcasts can be an excellent reso...

Autism and the Gut Brain Axis

December 04, 2022

Autism and the Gut Brain Axis

Emerging neurobiological research is investigating the link between the Gut-Brain Axis and Autism Spectrum Disorder (...

CFU: What it is and How Much Do You Need

December 04, 2022

CFU: What it is and How Much Do You Need

Millions or billions? CFUs can be confusing to understand and you may not know what’s the right amount for you.

Common Gut Issues Amongst the ASD Community

December 04, 2022

Common Gut Issues Amongst the ASD Community

The scientific community has termed the gut microbiota as the forgotten organ. It plays an indispensable role in our ...

The 5 Best Mushrooms for Gut Health

December 02, 2022

The 5 Best Mushrooms for Gut Health

You may have heard of foods like yogurt, kombucha, and kefir for improving gut health but what about mushrooms?

Common Types of Food Allergies

December 02, 2022

Common Types of Food Allergies

In today’s day and age it may be harder to find someone who doesn’t have any kind of food sensitivity, but did you kn...

Exploring the New World of Gut Health Tests

December 02, 2022

Exploring the New World of Gut Health Tests

Gut Health tests are growing in popularity and you may be wondering which one is right for you. This overview delves ...

How Fermented Foods Can Help Support a Healthy Gut Microbiome

December 02, 2022

How Fermented Foods Can Help Support a Healthy Gut Microbiome

Cultures across the globe have been fermenting foods for centuries. Dutch sailors relied on the preserved nutrients i...

How to Crush Your New Year’s Health Resolutions

December 02, 2022

How to Crush Your New Year’s Health Resolutions

Resolutions take willpower and commitment. But what if there’s something that could make it a little bit easier? What...

How Your Gut Bacteria Can Help Lead to Clearer Skin

December 02, 2022

How Your Gut Bacteria Can Help Lead to Clearer Skin

We peel, pat, poke and paint our faces every day in search of the holy grail: glass skin. Skin that is so crystal cle...

Intermittent Fasting and Its Effect On Your Gut Microbiome

December 01, 2022

Intermittent Fasting and Its Effect On Your Gut Microbiome

If you were told that there was one thing you could do that could trim your waistline and slow down aging while prote...

Lactobacillus: What does this probiotic do for your gut system?

December 01, 2022

Lactobacillus: What does this probiotic do for your gut system?

You may have heard of probiotic strains L. acidophilus. Well, that “L” stands for lactobacillus and there is a reason...

Prebiotics: Getting the Most from Probiotics

December 01, 2022

Prebiotics: Getting the Most from Probiotics

Prebiotics vs. Probiotics and What They Do for Your Body You are what you eat. If you feed your body junk, then you f...

The Gut and Weight Gain/Loss - Are They Related?

December 01, 2022

The Gut and Weight Gain/Loss - Are They Related?

Your gut bacteria play an important role in the human body. Your microbiome is connected to more than just your gut; ...

The RunDown of the Low FODMAP Diet

December 01, 2022

The RunDown of the Low FODMAP Diet

You may have heard of the Low FODMAP diet when it comes to food sensitivities and other digestive issues.

Top 10 Common Bad Microbes That May Already Be Living In Your Gut

December 01, 2022

Top 10 Common Bad Microbes That May Already Be Living In Your Gut

We all live in a world that is filled with germs and sometimes they make their way into our guts. They may already be...

How Does Gut Health Impact PCOS?

November 23, 2022

How Does Gut Health Impact PCOS?

If you have PCOS then you probably already know you have a hormonal imbalance. But one thing you might not know is th...

5 Hidden Sources of Gluten in Foods

November 18, 2022

5 Hidden Sources of Gluten in Foods

Foods like bread, pasta, and noodles are pretty well known for containing gluten. But there are many foods and ingred...

Top 7 Gut-Healthy Fruits To Eat

November 09, 2022

Top 7 Gut-Healthy Fruits To Eat

Not only do fruits taste delicious but they’re also great for digestion and have many benefits for your gut. Check ou...

4 Ways to Relieve Your Child’s Constipation

November 07, 2022

4 Ways to Relieve Your Child’s Constipation

If you’re a parent whose child is struggling with constipation, this post is for you. We go over four things you can...

6 Cool Benefits of Ashwagandha

October 27, 2022

6 Cool Benefits of Ashwagandha

The ancient Ashwagandha herb goes back thousands of years. But it’s been buzzing recently for its many reported healt...

5 Tips for an Effective IBS Gut Cleanse

October 24, 2022

5 Tips for an Effective IBS Gut Cleanse

IBS comes with a whole host of uncomfortable symptoms—bloating, gas, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation. The ...

6 Circumstances When You Should Avoid Probiotics

October 21, 2022

6 Circumstances When You Should Avoid Probiotics

Probiotics are helpful in most situations but there are a few instances when you don’t want to take probiotics. Find ...

Struggling with Candida Overgrowth? Learn How to Get Rid of It

October 19, 2022

Struggling with Candida Overgrowth? Learn How to Get Rid of It

A little bit of candida is good for the body. But if you experience frequent vaginal yeast infections, digestive issu...

Following AIP diet? Here Are 6 Tips to Help You Enjoy a Nice Meal Out

October 14, 2022

Following AIP diet? Here Are 6 Tips to Help You Enjoy a Nice Meal Out

The AIP diet comes with a lot of restrictions but eating out doesn’t have to be one of them!

Flore Clinical Affiliates Program: 6-Month Gut Cleanse Cycle

October 12, 2022

Flore Clinical Affiliates Program: 6-Month Gut Cleanse Cycle

Go beyond the generic 3, 5, or 7-day gut cleanses by checking out our Flore Clinical Affiliates Program.

Can You Repair Cells With Intermittent Fasting?

October 07, 2022

Can You Repair Cells With Intermittent Fasting?

Have you ever thought that WHEN you eat can have a positive impact on your health? If you haven’t, then you may want ...

3 Main Differences Between Colon Cleanses and Laxatives

October 05, 2022

3 Main Differences Between Colon Cleanses and Laxatives

Curious about the differences between colon cleanses and laxatives? We break it all down for you in this post, with s...

Is There a Difference Between Gastritis & GERD?

September 30, 2022

Is There a Difference Between Gastritis & GERD?

Curious to know the difference between gastritis and GERD? A lot of people think they’re the same thing but there’s a...

Want to Try a Vegan Detox Cleanse? Here Are 5 Cool Benefits

September 28, 2022

Want to Try a Vegan Detox Cleanse? Here Are 5 Cool Benefits

Whether you’re ready to commit to a vegan lifestyle or just want to see what it’s like for a week, you stand to reap ...

Do You Have SIFO? Here is Everything You Should Know

September 26, 2022

Do You Have SIFO? Here is Everything You Should Know

Characterized by fungal overgrowth in the small intestine, SIFO could very well explain the gastrointestinal symptoms...

Have a Colicky Baby? Here is What to Do for Some Relief

September 23, 2022

Have a Colicky Baby? Here is What to Do for Some Relief

Is your baby crying nonstop? Are they always fussy, impossible to calm down, and it all just makes you want to pull y...

5 Dark Chocolate Health Benefits That Are Extremely Underrated

September 14, 2022

5 Dark Chocolate Health Benefits That Are Extremely Underrated

Did you know your gut loves dark chocolate? It’s true! And besides satisfying your sweet tooth, eating this delectabl...

Why You Should Consider Taking Probiotics for UTIs

September 09, 2022

Why You Should Consider Taking Probiotics for UTIs

About 60% of women will experience a UTI in their lifetime. And if you’ve ever experienced one, then you know all the...

The 10 Best Podcasts for Gut Health & Wellness

September 02, 2022

The 10 Best Podcasts for Gut Health & Wellness

Want to learn more about gut health but just don’t have the time? Podcasts swoop in to save the day! We’ve put togeth...

Want to Improve Your Child's Gut Health? Here Are 5 Simple Ways

August 30, 2022

Want to Improve Your Child's Gut Health? Here Are 5 Simple Ways

What’s the key to keeping your kids healthy? Considering the fact that 70% of our immune system can be found in the g...

Is Bone Broth Good for Your Gut?

August 29, 2022

Is Bone Broth Good for Your Gut?

There are many benefits to including bone broth in your diet. It promotes healthy joints, weight loss, and may even g...

Why Is My Poop Green?

August 25, 2022

Why Is My Poop Green?

When you look down in the toilet, you expect to see brown poop. So it can be a little unsettling seeing green poop in...

Fixing Leaky Gut: Here's How

August 17, 2022

Fixing Leaky Gut: Here's How

Do you suffer from a leaky gut? Want a straightforward approach to helping your gut heal? This one’s for you then!

11 Digestive-Boosting Ingredients for Your Water

August 16, 2022

11 Digestive-Boosting Ingredients for Your Water

You know water is good for your health, but it can be hard getting enough when all you have is plain H20. Spice thing...

8 Best Anti-Inflammatory Herbs & Spices

August 16, 2022

8 Best Anti-Inflammatory Herbs & Spices

Short-term inflammation might not be an issue, but chronic inflammation can lead to a multitude of diseases and condi...

8 Best Probiotic Foods for Kids

July 29, 2022

8 Best Probiotic Foods for Kids

Are you looking to improve your child’s gut health but have a picky eater on your hands? Look no further as we walk t...

7 Gut-Friendly Coffee Alternatives

July 25, 2022

7 Gut-Friendly Coffee Alternatives

If your body doesn’t react well to coffee, or you’re just in the mood to switch things up, we’ve compiled a list of t...

The Beginner’s Guide to the AIP Diet

July 22, 2022

The Beginner’s Guide to the AIP Diet

Do you have an autoimmune disorder like celiac disease, IBD, or psoriasis? Would you do anything for some relief? The...

The Different Types of Fiber: Explained

July 05, 2022

The Different Types of Fiber: Explained

Fiber is fiber, right? Actually, there are many different types. And this post will break it all down for you.

Gut Health & Hormones: What’s the Link?

June 22, 2022

Gut Health & Hormones: What’s the Link?

Gut health doesn’t just impact your stomach. Your mental health, ability to lose weight, and even certain diseases ca...

10 Best Prebiotic Foods for Gut Health

June 06, 2022

10 Best Prebiotic Foods for Gut Health

Probiotics get most of the praise for supporting gut health but did you know that prebiotics are just as important? W...

Top 8 Most Common Food Sensitivities (And How Probiotics Can Help)

May 25, 2022

Top 8 Most Common Food Sensitivities (And How Probiotics Can Help)

Being sensitive to certain foods is uncomfortable, especially for your gut. We’ll go over some of the most common foo...

What’s the Best Diet for Gut Health?

May 24, 2022

What’s the Best Diet for Gut Health?

There are plenty of different diets out there but which one is the best for your gut? Here’s how keto, paleo, vegan, ...

Top 35 Vegan Foods Rich in Zinc

May 19, 2022

Top 35 Vegan Foods Rich in Zinc

Zinc is important for many functions in the body, like healing wounds, producing DNA, and supporting good digestion. ...

IBS vs. SIBO: What’s the Difference?

May 12, 2022

IBS vs. SIBO: What’s the Difference?

Something’s wrong with your gut and you’ve got it narrowed down to either IBS or SIBO. But which one is it? And what’...

How Omega-3 Fatty Acids Help Your Gut

May 10, 2022

How Omega-3 Fatty Acids Help Your Gut

Omega-3 fatty acids are an essential nutrient your body needs to survive. Let’s dive into how they impact your gut an...

SIBO and Acne: How Gut Health Impacts Your Skin

March 16, 2022

SIBO and Acne: How Gut Health Impacts Your Skin

When your mornings are spent tending to your acne—popping pimples, squeezing zits, and applying topical creams—it can...

7 Simple Low FODMAP Restaurant Tips

March 09, 2022

7 Simple Low FODMAP Restaurant Tips

If you’re on a low FODMAP diet, eating out can be tricky. You want to enjoy your food, but your choices are limited. ...

February 25, 2022

4 Amazing Health Benefits of Iron

Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional problem in the world today, despite it being super important for your ...

Here’s Your Handy CES 2020 Food and Kitchen Tech Preview & Walking Guide

January 27, 2022

Here’s Your Handy CES 2020 Food and Kitchen Tech Preview & Walking Guide

I’ve gotten pretty good at finding new products that are of interest to me. That said, even for someone like myself w...

Our Latest Target Takeoff Accelerator Grads are Creating Groundbreaking Solutions in Wellness

January 21, 2022

Our Latest Target Takeoff Accelerator Grads are Creating Groundbreaking Solutions in Wellness

Low progesterone levels can be a major obstacle for women attempting to conceive, or battling chronic illnesses like ...

Personalized Probiotics for Gut Health ft. Sunny Jain

January 21, 2022

Personalized Probiotics for Gut Health ft. Sunny Jain

Optimizing the gut microbiome (the system of microorganisms living largely in our intestines) is increasingly being t...

Company offers personalized probiotics based on DNA microbiome testing

January 19, 2022

Company offers personalized probiotics based on DNA microbiome testing

A new company is claiming to offer ‘precision’ probiotics to consumers based on DNA testing of their individual micro...

Digestive Health Product Winner

January 19, 2022

Digestive Health Product Winner

Flore Precision Probiotics from Sun Genomics offers a deliberate, transparent method of monitoring a person’s gut mic...

January 19, 2022

Sun Genomics Launches Breakthrough Solution To Deliver Personalized Probiotics In Only Six Weeks

 Sun Genomics’ Flore Provides is the First Probiotics Formulation to Identify and Address Individual Gut Health Issue...

Biotechnology And The Future Of Precision Probiotics

January 19, 2022

Biotechnology And The Future Of Precision Probiotics

After reading about that Bill Gates believes that Probiotic pills could bring an end to malnutrition, I felt compelle...

Why precision probiotics is the future of gut health?

January 19, 2022

Why precision probiotics is the future of gut health?

If you’ve ever found yourself staring blankly at a wall of probiotics, you’re not alone. Between all the different br...

January 19, 2022

Microbiome Health Company Creating Personalized Healthcare Products

Anyone who has been down the health aisle at their local store has seen the vast array of home health aids, including...

January 19, 2022

Nutrition for Health, Perfect Weight and Wellbeing Show

Dora Walsh, Registered Nutritionist mBANT, Registered Nutritional Therapist mBANT CNHC unpacks the latest nutritional...

Live chat with Drs. James Adams, Rosa Krajmalnik & Sunny Jain

January 19, 2022

Live chat with Drs. James Adams, Rosa Krajmalnik & Sunny Jain

Sun Genomics has partnered with Arizona State University’s Autism/Asperger’s Research Program to find the potential c...

Probiotics Benefits | Gut Health | Sunny Jain

January 19, 2022

Probiotics Benefits | Gut Health | Sunny Jain

Looking to maximize your gut health? Sun Genomics is a microbiome health company that creates precision probiotic sup...

January 19, 2022

Autism Research Coalition - Live chat with Drs. James Adams, Rosa Krajmalnik & Sunny Jain

Does Dry January Actually Help Your Gut Health?

January 13, 2022

Does Dry January Actually Help Your Gut Health?

Everyone knows how the holidays can wreak havoc on your health. Between the food, drinks, travel, and stress, your gu...

Natural Stool Softeners to Combat Constipation

August 18, 2021

Natural Stool Softeners to Combat Constipation

Constipation is never a pleasant experience. Gas pains, bloating, infrequent stools… the list goes on and on. But, it...

How A Diverse Gut Microbiome Can Show How You Age

August 18, 2021

How A Diverse Gut Microbiome Can Show How You Age

And many others. As we age, our microbiome begins to take a hit, having many possible effects on our daily living. Ma...

7 Gut Friendly Breakfast Options

August 18, 2021

7 Gut Friendly Breakfast Options

The microbiome in our gut can benefit from a healthy balanced meal to start the day. Prebiotics, probiotics, protein,...

How House Plants Can Help Diversify Your Microbiome

August 18, 2021

How House Plants Can Help Diversify Your Microbiome

Did you know that plants can affect your internal microbial ecosystem? Not only do they spice up your interior design...

How Juice Cleanses Affect Your Gut

August 17, 2021

How Juice Cleanses Affect Your Gut

Marketed as a quick strategy for weight loss, elimination of toxins, and better digestion, juice cleanses can be fill...

Kombucha: The Super Drink for Your Gut?

June 30, 2021

Kombucha: The Super Drink for Your Gut?

Kombucha is thought to potentially provide probiotics, or "good" bacteria, that can improve digestion, boost the immu...

Probiotics and Women's Health

June 30, 2021

Probiotics and Women's Health

Probiotic supplements have been making headlines lately, especially in the women's health sphere due to their potenti...

Food Poisoning and the Effects on the Gut

June 18, 2021

Food Poisoning and the Effects on the Gut

A brush with food poisoning can ruin a dish for you forever. It can cause some of us to scrub every square inch of th...

How Probiotics Can Help Lower Your Risk of Colon Cancer

June 18, 2021

How Probiotics Can Help Lower Your Risk of Colon Cancer

Of cancers affecting both men and women, colorectal cancer is the second leading killer in the United States.

Lactose Intolerance: Bacteria That Causes It and How to Treat It

June 18, 2021

Lactose Intolerance: Bacteria That Causes It and How to Treat It

Lactose intolerance occurs when a person undergoes lactose malabsorption which means their small intestine does not p...

Sweeteners: Artificial vs. Natural and How They Affect Your Gut

June 18, 2021

Sweeteners: Artificial vs. Natural and How They Affect Your Gut

We’ve been led to believe that artificial sweeteners, like those in diet sodas, are “healthy” and that natural sweete...

Tap water vs filtered water: Does it make a difference in your gut?

June 18, 2021

Tap water vs filtered water: Does it make a difference in your gut?

Can drinking different types of water have a different effect on your gut? A few scientific research studies with ani...

Celiac Disease: How Your Gut Plays a Part

June 18, 2021

Celiac Disease: How Your Gut Plays a Part

Gluten this, gluten that. These days, it seems that everyone considers cutting gluten out of their diet. Others are f...

How Protein Supplements Affect Your Gut Health?

June 18, 2021

How Protein Supplements Affect Your Gut Health?

Protein powders are the ultimate convenience food. They're quick to prepare, they taste good (or at least tolerable),...

February 08, 2021

Crohn’s and Colitis: Unraveling the Mystery of IBD

With Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD) affecting over 1 million Americans today, increasing our understanding of its two ...

Probiotics and Exercise: How Your Gut Bacteria Can Improve Recovery

August 03, 2020

Probiotics and Exercise: How Your Gut Bacteria Can Improve Recovery

Athletes are hard on their bodies. From oxidative stress to muscle damage to increased nutritional requirements, the ...

How Your Gut Affects Your Mental Health

July 13, 2020

How Your Gut Affects Your Mental Health

Your gut microbiome, the trillions of microbes in your gut, influence almost every aspect of your health from your en...

Best Vegetables for Your Gut Health

July 06, 2020

Best Vegetables for Your Gut Health

“Eat your veggies!” It’s a ubiquitous saying that is used to tease children and adults alike, but its warning is not ...

Top Ways to Protect Your Health as America Reopens

June 18, 2020

Top Ways to Protect Your Health as America Reopens

Many people assume that because things are opening up, we're in the clear to return to normal life. However, as more ...

How Mom's Gut Health Affects Her Child's Microbiome

May 05, 2020

How Mom's Gut Health Affects Her Child's Microbiome

Regardless of what stage you and your child are, how you treat your gut health affects theirs as well. There are a ho...

Benefits of Green Tea on Gut Health

April 22, 2020

Benefits of Green Tea on Gut Health

As much as we all love coffee, green tea is known for being a great contributor to overall gut microbiome health.

Precision Approach to Probiotics

March 27, 2020

Precision Approach to Probiotics

What you will learn from this episode: What is a precision probiotic? Can probiotics help and how? What is the best ...

Immunology and The Gut

March 27, 2020

Immunology and The Gut

The gastrointestinal system plays a central role in the immune system. Outside of our skin, it is the main route of c...

10 Ways to Boost your Immune System and Protect Yourself

March 27, 2020

10 Ways to Boost your Immune System and Protect Yourself

These days it’s more important than ever to protect yourself, and by doing so, protect others around you.

Your Baby’s Gut Microbiome: Foundation of Healthy Digestion

December 18, 2019

Your Baby’s Gut Microbiome: Foundation of Healthy Digestion

We’ve come a long way in the last few decades in our understanding of what we can do to establish a healthy immune sy...

Avoiding Traveler's Diarrhea - How to Protect Your Gut While Traveling

December 09, 2019

Avoiding Traveler's Diarrhea - How to Protect Your Gut While Traveling

Traveling can put a strain on your body, enjoy your trip without taking extra trips to the bathroom. Learn how custom...

Myth Debunked: Your 'Changing' Gut Microbiome

October 02, 2019

Myth Debunked: Your 'Changing' Gut Microbiome

The gut microbiome, as defined by molecular biologist Joshua Lederberg, is the totality of microorganisms, bacteria, ...

Video: Gut Health and the Microbiome

August 15, 2019

Video: Gut Health and the Microbiome

Research: Gut Microbiota, Bacterial Metabolites and Colorectal Cancer

August 09, 2019

Research: Gut Microbiota, Bacterial Metabolites and Colorectal Cancer

Louis, P., Hold, G. L. & Flint, H. J. The gut microbiota, bacterial metabolites and colorectal cancer,  Nat. Rev....

The Microbiome & Colorectal Cancer

August 09, 2019

The Microbiome & Colorectal Cancer

Is it possible that dysbiosis can lead to colon cancer? Turns out, it can. A growing body of research is linking t...

Research: Human Gut Microbes Associated with Obesity

August 09, 2019

Research: Human Gut Microbes Associated with Obesity

Ley, R. E., Turnbaugh, P. J., Klein, S. & Gordon, J. I. Microbial ecology: human gut microbes associated with obe...

Weight Gain: Can Your Gut Microbiome Be To Blame?

August 09, 2019

Weight Gain: Can Your Gut Microbiome Be To Blame?

There are so many factors that affect weight gain. A sedentary lifestyle that has become more common in the modern wo...

Research: The Gut Microbiota and Host Health: A New Clinical Frontier

August 09, 2019

Research: The Gut Microbiota and Host Health: A New Clinical Frontier

Marchesi, J. R. et al. The gut microbiota and host health: a new clinical frontier Gut 65, 330–339 (2015) Read the...

Research: The Impact of the Gut Microbiota on Human Health

August 09, 2019

Research: The Impact of the Gut Microbiota on Human Health

Clemente, J. C., Ursell, L. K., Parfrey, L. W. & Knight, R. The impact of the gut microbiota on human health: an ...

Research: The Role of the Gut Microbiome in Healthy Adults

August 09, 2019

Research: The Role of the Gut Microbiome in Healthy Adults

D’Argenio, V. & Salvatore, F. The role of the gut microbiome in the healthy adult status. Clinica Chimica Acta 45...

Research:  Asthma and the Microbiome

August 09, 2019

Research: Asthma and the Microbiome

Stiemsma, L. T. & Turvey, S. E. Asthma and the microbiome: defining the critical window in early life.  Allergy, ...

Research: Perinatal Antibiotic-Induced Shifts in Gut Microbiota and Lung Disease

August 09, 2019

Research: Perinatal Antibiotic-Induced Shifts in Gut Microbiota and Lung Disease

Russell, S. L. et al. Perinatal antibiotic-induced shifts in gut microbiota have differential effects on inflammatory...

Effects of probiotics on child growth: a systematic review

August 09, 2019

Effects of probiotics on child growth: a systematic review

Most studies show that probiotics are important for early child growth. Sun Genomics has these strains and can unders...

Research: The Infant Microbiome Development: Mom Matters

August 09, 2019

Research: The Infant Microbiome Development: Mom Matters

The NIH has concluded that C-section and antibiotic use on infants increases disease burden on children , especially ...

Video: Made in California

August 08, 2019

Video: Made in California

See Sun Genomic's presentation on curing dysbiosis, which is an imbalance in the microflora of the body. Presented a...

August 08, 2019

Video: Flore by Sun Genomics Instructional Video

See instructions for using the Microbiome Collection Kit.

Video: About Sun Genomics and Flore

August 08, 2019

Video: About Sun Genomics and Flore

Flore by Sun Genomics is a microbiome collection kit and custom probiotic specially formulated to an individual's gu...

Coping with the Probiotic Wall of Confusion

January 17, 2019

Coping with the Probiotic Wall of Confusion

When a person goes to the store looking for a probiotic, they find themselves, staring at the Wall of Confusion. A ty...

Lab Fellows

September 25, 2018

Lab Fellows

One of the many challenges when starting a biotech company is finding a suitable space for research and development. ...

Sun Genomics Wins San Diego Venture Group's 2016 PitchFest

September 25, 2018

Sun Genomics Wins San Diego Venture Group's 2016 PitchFest

Over 200 startups applied for PitchFest. Sun Genomics won the life sciences division, paving the way for the future ...

BioLabs provides research space to advance the science on probiotics

September 20, 2018

BioLabs provides research space to advance the science on probiotics

BioLabs is a national, membership-based network of facilities that house labs and co-working office spaces for biotec...

Biotech Showcase 2017

September 20, 2018

Biotech Showcase 2017

Sun Genomics was selected to present at the 2017 Biotech Showcase. The annual conference is a leader in life science ...

First Pitch 2017

September 20, 2018

First Pitch 2017

The California Technology Council First Pitch brings together the most promising, innovative startup companies in tec...

Cool Companies Award - Sun Genomics

September 20, 2018

Cool Companies Award - Sun Genomics

In 2017, San Diego Venture Group named Sun Genomics one of Southern California’s Cool Companies, an award that recogn...

Xport Challenge

September 20, 2018

Xport Challenge

Sun Genomics was one of ten regional finalists in the 2017 Xport Challenge sponsored by UPS. The Xport Challenge is a...

Food and the Microbiome

September 11, 2018

Food and the Microbiome

Try to visualize the last time you thought, "Hmm... I wonder if washing these strawberries before I eat them will aff...

Milken Institute

September 11, 2018

Milken Institute

In 2017, Sun Genomics presented cutting-edge, science-backed microbiome testing technology at the Milken Institute Ca...

Biotech Showcase (Updated 2020)

September 11, 2018

Biotech Showcase (Updated 2020)

Biotech Showcase™ provides a key platform where companies can showcase their innovative assets and build their profil...

Newsletter - July 2018

September 11, 2018

Newsletter - July 2018

There's always something going on at Sun Genomics, let's explore what's new!

Precision Medicine World Conference 2018

September 11, 2018

Precision Medicine World Conference 2018

As one of the leaders in the study of microbiome health, Sun Genomics was selected to present findings on microbial p...

Newsletter - May 2018

September 11, 2018

Newsletter - May 2018

Sun Genomics attended the first annual HLTH Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada where they were able to participate in St...

Newsletter - April 2018

September 11, 2018

Newsletter - April 2018

On April 17, 2018, Sun Genomics participated in Indie Bio’s Demo Day in San Francisco, California. Eight members of o...

Cesarean Section and Probiotics for Newborns

September 01, 2018

Cesarean Section and Probiotics for Newborns

Cesarean Section Cesarean section without medical indication may increase the risk of asthma and allergic diseases in...

Sun Genomics on the HVMN Enhancement Podcast

June 12, 2018

Sun Genomics on the HVMN Enhancement Podcast

HVMN Enhancement Podcast In this episode of the HVMN Enhancement Podcast, our CEO, Sunny Jain, explains the benefits ...

Food For Thought: How Our Microbes Affect Our Mood

April 11, 2018

Food For Thought: How Our Microbes Affect Our Mood

Try to visualize the last time you thought, "Hmm... I wonder if washing these strawberries before I eat them will aff...

Newsletter 10/17

October 03, 2017

Newsletter 10/17

At Sun Genomics, we design probiotics tailored to the unique characteristics of your gut microbiome.

How Fast Your Diet Impacts Your Gut

August 09, 2017

How Fast Your Diet Impacts Your Gut

Feeding Your Gut Microbiome We all want to eat as healthy as we can, but how do you know if you're eating well for yo...