Many of us in the health world feel like we've been following Holistic since we were young. We have sat around the campfire – literally – at the raw food festival "back in the days" and listened to Bertil Wosk talk about gut health and how he built Holistic with the product philosophy of best in class.
Best in class
Behind every successful company beats a passionate heart at its core. That's how it is here at Glimja. And that's how it is at Holistic. When you talk to Bertil Wosk, he has said, consistently, year after year, that Holistic should be best in class.
– We should be best in class. We can't prevent other suppliers from making something equally good, especially when it comes to simpler products, but no one should be able to make something that is better, says Bertil Wosk, founder and owner of Holistic. This simple product philosophy has made Holistic one of the most established and well-renowned brands in the industry.Or, as our customers like to say: Holistic is a safe choice!
A company with gut feeling
Another thing we love about Holistic is that they hold many courses, both for therapists and for the general public. One of the things they often talk about is the vital stomach and gut health. So much of the immune system is located in the intestines and gut flora. The fact is that your entire health status is controlled by what you eat and how the body manages to absorb the nutrients. What we put in our stomach affects both our physical and mental health. As research develops and our knowledge deepens, our understanding of the stomach and intestinal system's role in our health increases. And as a leading company in dietary supplements, Holistic has developed a range of products specifically for the stomach.
Good friends with gut feeling
Here is an overview of some supplements that we gladly recommend.
Lactovitalis pro & Lactovitalis kids
Provides loads of good intestinal bacteria where they do good. Good bacteria for children.
– In your intestines there are good bacteria that fight for space with unwanted bacteria. The goal is to have as much as 90 percent good bacteria in the intestine. And maximum 10 percent of the unwanted ones.
Prebivitalis pro & Prebivitalis ekologisk
Provides fibers to the intestinal bacteria, so they can produce butyric acid.
– Prebivitalis pro is a potent product. The dosage should be gradually increased. It suits children or those with IBS.
– Prebivitalis ekologisk is a gentle product that suits everyone in the family, even those with sensitive intestines.
Lactovitalis IB butyric acid
Gives you extra butyric acid that soothes the stomach.
– Everyone knows that good intestinal bacteria are beneficial, but why? One reason is that they create butyric acid, which is good. We want butyric acid in our intestines. Lots of butyric acid.
Magsyrabalans
Has a high amount of chloride ions that contribute to normal digestion through the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.
– The body's own production of hydrochloric acid easily becomes reduced with chronic illness, food allergies, infections, advanced age, and nutritional deficiencies. Replenishing stores can make a big difference.
Glutazym
For those who want extra help with gluten.
– Beyond those who suffer from celiac disease, there is a large group of people who have increased sensitivity to gluten. This group is growing. Perhaps because we have never in our history been exposed to as much gluten as we are now. Here they get enzymes that break down gluten.
Laktozym
For those who want extra help with dairy products.
– Here you'll find enzymes that break down lactose (milk sugar) and proteins in dairy products.
For those who want to deepen their knowledge of gut health
Holistic started as an educational company, and for several years they sold products exclusively to therapists. Bertil has always said (in confidence) that his goal is to make dietary supplements unnecessary by educating about health. However, we believe it may be a while before this vision becomes reality. Dietary supplements are nutritious food in concentrated form, perfect for today's hectic society. Here are some valuable tips for those who want to deepen their knowledge of gut health.
1 week 50 ingredients
Feel free to download Holistic's template "1 week 50 ingredients" for better diversity in the gut.
Guide for happier stomachs
Don't miss this short but nice guide for happier stomachs.
Gut health theme in Holistic's podcast
In Holistic's podcast "Health comes from within" you'll find several interesting episodes about the gut and intestines and how you can best take care of your health. Listen on Poddtoppen or Spotify or Acast or on Holistic's website.
Episode 53. IBS panic? Relax, we have the tips
We never get tired of talking about stomach and gut. In this episode we put the spotlight on IBS. We also touch on SIBO and FODMAP. Maja Stål and Inger Erland Tångring provide plenty of tips.
Episode 47: How gut flora becomes your best defense
Gut flora is the foundation of good health. Ellinor Ladenberg explains how everything connects and clarifies concepts like microbiome, prebiotics and probiotics. All so you can take care of your gut flora, so it takes care of you.
Episode 44: How to make your stomach happy
Digestion begins in the brain. Digestive enzymes are released already when you think about a meal. Why is proper digestion important? How is it affected by stress? And why should we think like a horse? This is what Leif Östberg talks about in this episode.
Episode 23. Become your own food detective
"We eat loads of things that our body hasn't really adapted to during evolution. We can get great health benefits by removing some things," explains the functional medicine doctor Peter Martin.
Episode 20. SIBO – hidden cause of stomach problems.
Maybe you've heard of SIBO? It stands for "Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth." That is, an overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine. How can you test if you have SIBO and what can you do yourself? Ylva Jansson has the answer.
Episode 7. Gut Strong.
Diversity on the plate creates diversity in the gut. The gut is the focus of this episode. It has enormous significance for our physical and mental health. Here biologist Anna Widell explains why and what makes good bacteria thrive. You'll also learn how fecal donors keep their bacterial flora in shape.
Episode 5. The path to a calmer stomach
"Digestion is the shit." What is digestion really and why is it so significant? And did you know that acid reflux is actually caused by too little stomach acid? Here Ellinor Ladenberg gives her best tips. Listen on Poddtoppen or Spotify or on Holistic's website.
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