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CholesteroBiota is a cholesterol support probiotic for healthy hearts.

It also provides blood pressure support through a once a day dose, and is safe and effective for those already on statins. CholesteroBiota has been developed using a natural source of Lactobacillus Plantarum along with Coenzyme Q-10 to help combat fatigue and give you an extra boost.

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Did you know humans aren't the only ones that can suffer from high cholesterol?

Crows living in urban areas have been found to have higher blood cholesterol levels than their rural counterparts. That may be due to humans feeding them, and the fast food we leave behind.

These findings are consistent with a handful of other studies which show higher cholesterol levels in animals that live in near humans, including foxes, sparrows and even sea turtles living near more densely populated Canary Islands. However it is unclear what effect high cholesterol has on these animals.

City crows may have high cholesterol because they eat fast food Crows living in urban areas have higher cholesterol than those in rural areas, which may be partly due to fast food they scavenge in cities

Are you eating enough greens?

A new study shows leafy greens contain an unusual sugar molecule which feeds good gut bacteria and limits the ability of bad bacteria to colonise the gut by shutting them out of the prime 'real estate'.

Sweet discovery in leafy greens holds key to gut health A critical discovery about how bacteria feed on an unusual sugar molecule found in leafy green vegetables could hold the key to explaining how 'good' bacteria protect our gut and promote health.

LPLDL® is a scientifically backed 3rd generation probiotic that modulates the human micro biome, maintaining healthy cholesterol levels. It works by releasing enzymes that interact with human bile salts in the gut preventing cholestorol absorption and reducing blood cholesterol.

Find out more about how this probioitic is used in our cholesterol support product, CholesteroBiota.

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Resistant starch from potatoes are a great source of food for your gut microbiota.

Instead of being broken down by our body’s digestive enzymes, resistant starches are broken down by bacteria in the gut leading to the production of chemicals, such as butyrate, which are known to be good for our health.

How resistant starch from potatoes affects the gut microbiota Despite their popularity, potatoes have a reputation for being an unhealthy food that is high in starchy carbohydrates. Work from the lab of Dr. Thomas Schmidt of the University of Michigan, however, offers some redemption for the humble potato. While potatoes are high in easily digestible starch th...

The role of probiotics in overall wellbeing is showing that the health of our gut is more important than we think.

A new blog from OptiBiotix looks at what probiotics do to benefit our health such as Lactobacillus Plantarum, which aids elements of cardiovascular and physiological wellbeing and is a key ingredient in CholesteroBiota.

As we learn more about the benefits and power of probiotics, it is exciting to see an increasing number of manufacturers and ingredient suppliers develop functional food products that feature probiotics to modify specific elements of the microbiome, empowering consumers to take a new more natural and holistic approach to their wellbeing.

The ultimate guide to probiotics Probiotics have been making a name for themselves in the nutritional marketplace recently and it’s easy to see why.

Looking after the heart health of you and your loved ones should be a priority especially as you age.

Give your body the boost it needs with probiotics specifically designed to support heart health. Cholestero-Biota is a probiotic supporting healthy Cholesterol levels with additional benefits for blood pressure and IBS via a natural strain of Lactobacillus Plantarum. In combination with CoQ10 ( well known and popular Co-enzyme Q10 ) "natures spark plug" it also helps reduce the side effects of statins used medically for cholesterol lowering.

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Can a baby’s gut bacteria influence childhood health? The answer is yes!

Watch this great video on how the gut microbiota can be altered by many factors, including the way a baby is born (C-section or vaginal delivery); what a baby is fed (breast milk or formula); and whether a baby is exposed to antibiotics or furry pets.

Can a baby’s gut bacteria influence childhood health? In Canada, 3,500 kids and their families are part of the CHILD Cohort Study, which is a large research project that is figuring out how the human microbiome influences allergies, asthma, obesity, and our everyday health and wellbeing, especially during childhood. Find out in the next video, produced...

While having high cholesterol or blood pressure slowly becomes the norm, especially in adults 60+, it isn't something to be taken lightly leading to heart failure, heart attack and stroke. At the first sign of high blood pressure or cholesterol it is important to look at your lifestyle and start to make positive changes including incorporating more exercise, and eating healthier.

For additional support you can also take good bacteria or probiotics which help your gut to metabolise bad cholesterol, regulate glucose levels and improve liver function. CholesteroBiota has been proven to support healthy cholesterol levels and is an easy addition to your daily routine with a daily capsule.

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"You are not a singleton. No matter how well you think you know yourself – you are only skimming the surface.

Your human genes represent only 1 percent of your total genome. You are, genetically speaking, almost entirely microbial. And, since genes produce all the useful proteins and enzymes that run the show, your cravings, your moods, even your personality, can be affected by those tiny creatures. You are plural."

Interesting article from Psychology Today discussing the influence that microbes exert over our bodies and minds.

Microbes and the Mind Microbes exert a surprising amount of control over our mind.

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Did you know 1 in 20 NZ adults live with heart disease?

Support healthy cholesterol levels naturally with CholesteroBiota. An innovative health product development, Lactobacillus Plantarum LPLDL® is a next-generation probiotic that aids elements of cardiovascular and wellbeing. It does this by helping to modulate the metabolism of bile acids which in turn excrete bad cholesterol. Shown to be completely safe to use and well tolerated by the body, studies have found that it can lower total cholesterol by up to 36.7%!

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Although we're familiar with the idea that our stomaches can affect our brain, this goes far beyond the idea of getting 'hangry'.

Our gut microbiome — or more specifically all those little bacteria that live in it — can affect the way our brains work in many ways. More and more research is pointing to the idea that bacteria in your gut can influence your mood and how you think. John Cryan says "There is no limit really on what aspects of emotion could be modulated by the microbiome"

How your gut bacteria influences your behaviour, emotions and thinking | CBC Radio Our gut bacteria can profoundly affect the way our brains work. Scientific research in recent years is starting to hint that our gut bacteria, known as our microbiome, is an active participant in our emotions, how we think and even how we behave.

Interesting video from Gut Microbiota for Health with dietition Kate Scarlata about how your gut microbiota influences your health and wellbeing. “Irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease —even anxiety and depression— have all been linked to changes in the gut microbiome".

There is also the concern that most people are not eating enough fiber which is food for our gut microbiota. “We really need to encourage people to eat more fresh fruit, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds, and also to look at different healthy types of fats".

Click on the link below to watch.

More vegetables, wholegrains and diversity of fats. A didactic interview recorded during the 8th Gut Microbiota for Health World Summit 2019, about how gut microbiota influences our health and our wellbeing

It's not only our gut that has a unique microbiome. Increasingly attention is being given to the impact microbiomes have at other sites, including the skin, lungs and eyes.

Scientists have discovered that the eye has a “core” microbiome that appears dependent on age, geographic region, ethnicity, contact lens wear and state of disease. Find out more about the role these play.

Meet the Eye Microbiome Bacteria live on our eyeballs, and understanding their role could help treat common eye diseases

CholesteroBiota helps to maintain healthy cholesterol levels to support healthy lifestyles.

- for Cholesterol support
- for Blood pressure support
- once a day dose
- safe and effective for patients already on Statins
- isolated from natural source of Lactobacillus plantarum
- contains Coenzyme Q-10 to help combat fatigue

If you are worried about the heart health of your loved ones, make sure you tell them about CholesteroBiota - now available to shop online at https://pharmabiota.nz/

Increasingly there is evidence that **statins may not work for almost half of people**.
Although this a bold claim the findings can be due to a multitude of other factors such as diet and lifestyle contributions, or even people not taking medication regularly.

Overall statins should not be seen as a one-pill solution. There is much more that people can do to look after their heart health in conjunction with statins such as eating a balanced diet rich in fruit and vegetables, getting atleast 30 minutes exercise 3 times per week, and looking after their gut health with the use of probiotics which has been shown to decrease bad cholesterol, and increase good cholesterol levels.

Statins don't work well for one in two people - study Fresh research questions the merit of the cholesterol-lowering pills taken by millions worldwide.

Cholestero-Biota is a natural supplement that can be added into your daily routine to support your heart health containing:

Lactobacillus plantarum LPLDL® - 4 billion units of our cholesterol support probiotic

CoEnzyme Q10 - one of the main recommended supplements to help fatigue and the depletion of CoQ10 contributed to by statins.

Vit B1 (Thiamine) - to provide mild cardio support

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Kiwi born scientist and founding Director of the Center for Microbiome Innovation in the US Rob Knight discusses how lifestyle and diet affect the diversity of the human gut microbiome.

Did you know, the number of plant types in a person’s diet has the strongest effect on the diversity of his or her gut microbiome? “The difference between people who eat just a few types of plants per week versus those who eat over 30 types was a stronger effect than recent antibiotic use,” says Rob Knight.

Read more.

Discussion with Rob Knight on the World Microbiome Day 2019 Diet, antibiotics and geography can influence the microbial make-up of the gut

Find out why the human microbiome is a treasure trove waiting to be unlocked...

The human microbiome is a treasure trove waiting to be unlocked Bacteria are at the centre of all life forms on planet earth and are the essential building blocks that make living organisms the way they are.

Middle-age is a time of life where various physiological changes occur and can lead to alterations of brain function, including cognitive impairments. However, the mechanisms underpinning such changes are unclear.

Researchers have found “a prebiotic” compound found in fruits and vegetables promotes growth of beneficial microbes in the gut and may prove to be of benefit to middle-aged people in countering ageing effects, especially in the brain.

Read the article to find out more - and eat your fruit and vegetables people!

How fruit and veg may help middle-aged people live longer UCC researchers find prebiotic compound promotes growth of beneficial microbes in gut

Looking after your heart health may require more than just statins alone. Did you know that you can take CholesteroBiota alongside regular statin use to help balance 'good' and 'bad' choelsterol levels?

CholesteroBiota also contains Co-Enzyme Q-10 which is recommended to help fatigue and the depletion of Co-Q10 levels which may be contributed to by the use of statins. Signs of Co-Q10 depletion can include muscle fatigue and a feeling of “getting old".

If you are worried about the muscle aches and fatigue resulting from statin visit our website to find out more about CholesteroBiota and whether it could be right for you. Plus you can also shop online!

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Have you seen the new blog section on our website? Designed to keep you in the know with the latest developments in microbiota and cholesterol research.

This article looks at the composition of the human gut microbiome and the effect of dietary proteins and saturated fats. Results indicated greater diversity in the gut microbiome meant greater stability in the face of dietary change.

Personal microbiome fingerprint outweighs dietary protein and saturated fat in human gut microbiome composition Although twin studies have shown that the gut microbiota includes a heritable component, environmental factors relating to diet, drugs and demographic and anthropometric traits are all major determinants of gut microbial diversity. However, the influence of specific nutrient groups on the human gut....

We share our body space with around 100 trillion microorganisms, collectively known as microbiota. Large-scale endeavors such as the Human Microbiome Project (HMP) have been created to discover what a healthy human microbiome looks like, to understand how it links to disease, and how it varies with host lifestyle, genetics, age, nutrition, medication, and environment.

Only recently, some national and international initiatives have initiated to look at the human microbiome in diverse ethnic populations and there is a fast growing collection of data describing the microbiome structures in various non-US or non-Western populations. Read the article to find out more.

Geography, Ethnicity or Subsistence-Specific Variations in Human Microbiome Composition and Diversity One of the fundamental issues in the microbiome research is characterization of the healthy human microbiota. Recent studies have elucidated substantial divergences in the microbiome structure between healthy individuals from different race and ethnicity. This review provides a comprehensive account...

Are you thinking about the heart health of you and your loved ones?

CholesteroBiota is an effective natural remedy which shows proven results for cholesterol and high blood pressure support.

Using a combination of probiotic (Lactobacillus plantarum), Vitamin B1 (Thiamine), and Co-Enzyme Q10, it has been shown to lower total cholesterol by up to 36.7%, plus combat signs of Co-Q10 depletion as a result of statin use.

If you are worried about your cholesterol, or the heart health of your loved ones, visit our website for more information on CholesteroBiota.

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High in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, whilst low in meat and dairy foods and saturated fat, the Asian diet helps to protect against many chronic diseases, such as heart disease and cancer.

Whether its noodles, soup, or stirfrys, there are a number of delicious and flavourful ways to incorporate asian cooking into your diet. We love simple dishes like these noodles. Start with a broth then add noodles, tofu, mushrooms, fresh greens and top with avocado and herbs.

Looking after your heart health may require more than just statins alone. Did you know that you can take CholesteroBiota alongside regular statin use to help balance 'good' and 'bad' cholesterol levels

CholesteroBiota also contains Co-Enzyme Q-10 which is recommended to help fatigue and the depletion of Co-Q10 levels which may be contributed to by the use of statins. Signs of Co-Q10 depletion can include muscle fatigue and a feeling of “getting old".

If you are worried about the muscle aches and fatigue resulting from statin try using CholesteroBiota - now available to shop online: https://pharmabiota.nz/

It can be easy to rush through life without stopping to notice the world around us - especially our thoughts and feelings from day to day which have a tendency to catch up on us at some stage.

Paying more attention to the present moment – to your own thoughts and feelings, and to the world around you is known as 'mindfulness' and can improve mental wellbeing by helping us enjoy life more and understand ourselves better.

Whether its during your morning commute, a lunchtime walk, or trying something new, these are all good ways to start practicing mindfulness, to switch off from your devices and tune in to how you are feeling. Do you practice mindfulness?

Fermentation has been used since ancient times and we now know eating “cultured” or fermented foods is the best way to consume a daily dose of beneficial microbes. Find out more about fermented foods and why they are so good for you using the link below.

Fermented Foods and Gut Health Fermentation has been used since ancient times as a means of preserving food and beverages organically, with improved taste and nutritional value. It is well known that fermentation of food improves shelf life, food safety and functionality, and nutritional properties.

Although the terms lipids and cholesterol are often used interchangeably, they are different. Lipids are fat-like molecules which circulate in your bloodstream but can also be found in cells and tissue throughout your body. They are required for the basic functions of our body, including energy and hormone production, bile acid formation and building new cells.

There are several different types of lipids. Cholesterol is the best known which is why it is often thought that they are the same thing, but Cholesterol is actually part lipid, part protein.