One of the most talked-about ingredients in gut and metabolic health is now available at Advanced Natural Medicine.
There has been a growing amount of interest around Akkermansia muciniphila — and for good reason.
As research into the connection between the gut, metabolism and healthy weight maintenance continues to grow, Akkermansia has become one of the most talked-about next-generation ingredients in the world of gut health.
We are excited to introduce UltraFlora Weight & Metabolic Health with Akkermansia by Metagenics, now available through Advanced Natural Medicine.
This practitioner-formulated supplement combines a clinically trialled pasteurised form of Akkermansia muciniphila MucT® with green tea, chromium, riboflavin and vitamin D3 to support healthy metabolic and gastrointestinal function.
What Is Akkermansia?
Akkermansia muciniphila is a naturally occurring microorganism found in the gut.
It lives close to the mucus layer of the intestinal tract and has become an increasingly important area of research because of its relationship with the gut barrier and metabolic health.
The interesting thing about the Akkermansia used in UltraFlora Weight & Metabolic Health is that it is pasteurised.
This means it is not a traditional live probiotic. Instead, it is classified as a postbiotic — a preparation containing non-living microorganisms that can still interact with the body.
The product contains 30 billion pasteurised Akkermansia muciniphila MucT® cells per capsule.
Why Is Gut Health So Important for Metabolism?
We often think about metabolism as simply how quickly we burn calories.
But metabolism is much more complex.
Our digestive system and gut microbiome are constantly communicating with other systems in the body. The health of the intestinal barrier, the microorganisms living in the gut and the signals produced during digestion can all play a role in metabolic health.
This is one reason why researchers are increasingly looking at the connection between:
- Gut health
- Gut barrier integrity
- Blood sugar and carbohydrate metabolism
- Energy metabolism
- Healthy weight maintenance
Akkermansia has become particularly interesting because of its role within this gut-metabolic relationship.
What Else Is Included in UltraFlora Weight & Metabolic Health?
This formula doesn’t rely on Akkermansia alone.
Green Tea Extract
Green tea has been extensively researched for its role in supporting metabolism and healthy weight management. In this formula, it is included as part of a healthy lifestyle approach that includes balanced nutrition and physical activity.
Chromium
Chromium contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism and is included to support the metabolism of glucose, sugar and carbohydrates.
Riboflavin and Vitamin D3
The formula also includes riboflavin and vitamin D3 as part of its broader nutritional support.
Who May Be Interested in This Product?
UltraFlora Weight & Metabolic Health with Akkermansia may be of interest to adults who are looking for additional support for:
- Healthy weight maintenance
- Metabolic health
- Gut health
- Gut barrier function
- Healthy carbohydrate and glucose metabolism
- Maintaining healthy lifestyle changes over time
We believe the most important thing is to remember that supplements are not a replacement for nutrition, movement, sleep and other lifestyle factors.
At Advanced Natural Medicine, we look at the bigger picture and consider how nutrition, lifestyle, gut health and individual health needs can work together.
Why Is There So Much Hype Around Akkermansia?
Akkermansia isn’t simply another probiotic trend.
It represents an exciting shift towards understanding how the gut microbiome and metabolic health interact.
There is also growing interest in postbiotics — ingredients that can provide targeted support without requiring the microorganisms themselves to remain alive like traditional probiotics.
Metagenics describes MucT® as a clinically trialled next-generation postbiotic and has based the formulation around research into healthy weight maintenance and metabolic health.
Now Available at Advanced Natural Medicine
We’re excited that UltraFlora Weight & Metabolic Health with Akkermansia has arrived at Advanced Natural Medicine.
As a practitioner-focused clinic, we encourage clients to speak with our team about whether a product is appropriate for their individual health needs, particularly if they are taking medication or have existing health concerns.
Your gut. Your metabolism. Your health. Support them all.