VISTA® Advanced Probiotic 50 Formula

• AIDS DIGESTIVE HEALTH*
• REPLENISHES GOOD BACTERIA*

Within the human body there are approximately 3.0 x 10¹³ cells¹, all working together in harmony. However, our bodies get by with a little help from our friends—the microbes. When we hear the word "bacteria," our minds often leap to thoughts of contamination, illness, and spoiled food. Yet, not all bacteria are villains—just as we rely on our brain, muscles, bones, skin, and blood cells, we also depend on these microscopic allies to maintain good health. These mini powerhouses defend against bad bacteria—i.e., harmful invaders that can quickly compromise our balanced internal environment.

Gut Microbiome & Health

Our microbiome is not evenly spread throughout the body. In fact, the majority of our bacteria call the colon home². While our gut bacteria are numerous (3.8 x 10¹³), they only make up 0.2 kilograms (0.44 pounds) or 0.3% of our total body weight¹. Even so, one shouldn’t underestimate these microbes—their impact on our health can be profound!

For instance, specific gut bacteria produce enzymes, such as cellulase and xylanase, which effectively unlock nutrients trapped within plant fibers⁴. Our microbiome also helps to synthesize vitamin K⁵, biotin⁶, and folate², which are important for various biological processes including blood clotting, metabolism, cell signaling, neurotransmitter synthesis, and DNA synthesis.

Beyond aiding digestion, our gut microbiome also bolsters the immune system. Within the gastrointestinal tract, probiotic bacteria compete against their pathogenic counterparts for nutrients and territory. When the beneficial bacteria successfully outcompete the harmful ones, our gut integrity is protected and the risk of infections in reduced⁷.

Recent research is uncovering how the gut microbiota impacts our psychological well-being through the intricate microbiota-gut-brain axis. This bidirectional communication between our brain and gut can influence cognitive function, motivation, and the likelihood of experiencing conditions like depression, anxiety, and other mental disorders⁸. While the exact mechanisms are still under study, the connection between mind and gut may operate through various pathways, including neural, endocrine, immune, and hormonal interactions⁹.

What are Probiotics?

The majority of the probiotic gut bacteria belong to the genera Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium². Critically, the relationship between our gut flora and digestive health is reciprocal. The gut microbiota not only synthesizes, modifies, and metabolizes nutrients but they also are influenced by the presence or absence of nutrients⁵. The upshot is that a person’s diet can affect what microbes flourish and how they function in our digestive tracts⁵. A bad diet can lead to the overgrowth of pathogenic bacteria displacing the good ones. This is way it is so critical to eat a balanced, healthy diet composed of vitamin-rich whole foods.

Regrettably, many individuals in industrialized societies struggle to maintain a healthy diet for a variety of reasons. Factors such as the widespread availability of fast food, the addictive appeal and intense flavors of processed foods, as well as demanding work schedules and high stress levels all contribute to people making poor nutritional choices. The typical modern American diet is high in simple carbohydrates and sugar, bad fats, and, critically, is low on fiber and other foods that are considered prebiotics—i.e., foods that promote a flourishing microbiome. Prebiotic foods include soybeans, seeds, nuts, greens, garlic, and onions as well as fermented foods, such as yogurt, sauerkraut, and kimchi¹⁰. While eating nutritious foods is vital, supplementation with probiotics can boost your digestive system.

VISTA® Advanced Probiotic 50 Formula

You know when you’re out of balance—you can feel it in your gut. Constipation, belly bloating or gas could indicate that not all is well in your colon. To set things right again, a help balance of good bacteria must be restored. At VISTA®, we know that not all supplements are created equal. A probiotic supplement may contain a high bacterial count, but it is ineffective if these bacteria do not survive the journey through the stomach. For probiotics to be beneficial, they must also successfully reach the gut and multiply. Probiotics are measured using CFU/mL—colony forming units per milliliter—which indicates the concentration or potency of probiotics in a solution. Basically, it is the number of live bacteria in a probiotic supplement that can still proliferate and form small colonies in the colon.

VISTA® Advanced Probiotic 50 Formula boasts an impressive 50 billion CFU and combines a premium blend of 10 beneficial bacterial strains, including various species of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium. Our probiotics are encapsulated in an advanced delivery system—a delayed time-release vegetarian capsule—ensuring maximum efficacy. VISTA® Advanced Probiotic 50 Formula uses patented packaging technology to keep the probiotics fresh and dry at room temperature—No refrigeration needed! Our product works to restore digestive balance and relieve that uncomfortable feeling.*

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