BLIS Probiotics Blog

Key Takeaways Your gut is home to trillions of microbes carrying close to 3.3 million genes, which dwarfs the roughly 20,000 in your own DNA and lets them do jobs your body can't do alone. Roug...

Key Takeaways The gut-brain axis is the two-way communication network linking your digestive system and your brain, running through the vagus nerve, your immune system, hormones and bacterial met...

We often treat our mouths as an isolated ecosystem. We focus on brushing for a brighter smile or fresher breath, assuming the benefits stop at our teeth. However, modern medicine is uncovering a co...

When life gets demanding, it is common to notice that your health begins to slide. You might experience a sudden scratchy throat or find yourself catching every bug that goes around the office. Thi...

If you have ever felt that sharp, electric jolt after a sip of iced coffee or a spoonful of soup, you know how disruptive tooth sensitivity can be. It is a sudden, stinging pain that makes you drea...

Your mouth is home to over 700 species of bacteria, viruses, and fungi. We call this community the oral microbiome. It's the second largest and most diverse microbiome in your body. Only the gut ha...

Key Takeaways Most pathogens enter the body through mucosal surfaces, particularly the mouth, nose, and throat, making this gateway a critical first line of immune defence alongside the gut.  S...

Key Takeaways Oral probiotics use S. salivarius strains that are native to the mouth, whereas gut probiotics use strains like Lactobacillus meant for the intestines. Oral probiotics must be del...

Key Takeaways Address the Root Cause: Tonsil stones are living biofilms, not just trapped food. Managing throat bacteria is more effective than manual removal. Avoid Irritation: Using cotton sw...