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How to "Seed and Feed" Your Way to Unstoppable Energy.

Did you know that inside you right now, there is a bustling ecosystem that holds an almost unbelievable power over your health? It isn't science fiction; it is your microbiome.

While modern science is treating this like a new discovery, Hippocrates called it thousands of years ago when he said, "It all starts in the gut." Today, we know he was spot on. In fact, your body contains 15 times more microbial genetic material than human DNA. In a very real way, you are more microbe than human—and these "passengers" are driving the car.

The Silent Battle: Dysbiosis

If you ever feel bloating, irregularity, or that heavy sluggishness after a meal, you are not alone; two-thirds of adults struggle with these exact issues. We have normalized these symptoms, but clinically, this is called dysbiosis.

Think of it as a battle inside your gut. Dysbiosis occurs when the "inflammatory bad guys" outnumber the "beneficial good guys." When the bad guys win, you get fatigue, skin issues, anxiety, and migraines. But when your microbiome thrives? You unlock clear skin, a balanced mood, and boundless energy.

The "Gut-Everything" Connection

This isn't just about digestion. Scientists now refer to this as the "gut-everything connection." When microbes digest food, they produce thousands of molecules that travel through your bloodstream to your brain and immune system within minutes. A healthy microbiome acts as a 24/7 support crew, manufacturing:

• Vitamin K for vital nutrient absorption.
• Serotonin for mood stability.
• Melatonin for deep, restorative sleep.

The Solution: Stop Fighting, Start Farming

If your gut is a garden, your microbes are the soil. To grow a healthy garden, you must feed the soil. Experts recommend eating 30 different types of plants every single week to provide the diverse fiber your good microbes crave.

However, in our busy modern lives, hitting that number is overwhelming. This is where we need an "easy button" to bridge the nutritional gap.,

The "Seed and Feed" Strategy

To fix the imbalance, you need a two-step system:

1. Seed the Gut: Use probiotics to introduce beneficial bacteria.
2. Feed the Gut: Use prebiotics—the fertilizer that helps those good bacteria thrive.

This is where the Juice Plus+ system shines. Their Trio capsules provide the essence of 30 different fruits, vegetables, and berries, helping you hit that diversity goal instantly. Meanwhile, their Complete shakes and Superbiome blends utilize prebiotic fibers from sources like Jerusalem artichoke to nourish your internal ecosystem.

It is time to stop managing symptoms and start cultivating your health from the inside out.

Ready to tend to your inner garden? For more information on the Juice Plus+ system, contact Helene Matthews at 858-208-5109 or visit naturesmart.us.