The human gut tract is home to an enormous and complex community of good and bad bacteria. These bacteria play an important role in human health, aiding digestion, metabolism and support the immune function.  Collectively, these microorganisms are known as gut microbiota and they are essential to the normal function of the gut.

Stress, poor diet, alcohol consumption and pathogenic bacteria can alter the delicate balance between good and bad bacteria in the human gut, making it susceptible to immune dysregulation and the invasion of pathogenic bacteria such as E. coli which may release a toxic by-product known as lipopolysaccharide (LPS) or endotoxins.

Increasing evidence suggests that these LPS toxins are potent disruptors to a healthy function of the gut, liver and immune system and is an activator of inflammatory responses in the body.

Antibodies in Protectyn® may assist in maintaining the delicate balance of the gut microbiota in times of stress or weakened immunity by eliminating invading pathogens.

Protectyn® contains high levels of anti-LPS antibodies that target pathogenic bacteria and the toxins they produce in the gut. These anti-LPS antibodies in Protectyn® binds to and neutralises these bacteria and their toxins before they can disrupt the digestive system. Clinical studies have shown protection of up to 90% from E.coli (ETEC) in those taking Protectyn®.

The presence of LPS toxins in the body can induce inflammation and have a detrimental effect on liver health.

By targeting and removing harmful LPS toxins in the gut, Protectyn® helps to:

• Enhance and promote healthy liver function.
• Reduces liver inflammation.