Why we ferment juices, herbs and minerals with microbes

Living cultures – better known as probiotics – help support a healthy gut. They travel through the intestines and repopulate the gut with beneficial microbes that help to break down food and eliminate toxins. At Microbz, we ferment our live cultures with organic juices, herbs and minerals providing a rich source of antioxidants. These extra ingredients are the lunchbox for the microbes, feeding them what they need to maintain your health. The Herbs Herbal therapies have been used for thousands of years and use plants or plant extracts to maintain health. They promote healing, provide the body with antioxidants and anti-inflammatories and support the immune system. They work best in synergy with other herbs and minerals which maximises their health benefits and enhances general health and wellbeing. Some of the herbs in our Bio-Live are: Maca: boosts energy, reduces blood pressure and improves learning and memory Nettle leaf: rich in minerals and helps detoxify the body and promote healthy blood circulation Hawthorn: helps with indigestion, angina and reduces high blood pressure Olive leaf: reduces inflammation, prevents cell damage and protects the digestive system Spirulina: packed full of vitamins and minerals and improves muscle strength Turmeric: reduces inflammation and has antioxidant properties Yarrow: promotes digestion and fights pathogenic bacteria and viruses Ginger: high in gingerol, a powerful anti-inflammatory, and it has antioxidant properties

“We have finally started to notice that there is a real curative value in local herbs and remedies. In fact, we are also becoming aware that there are little or no side effects to most natural remedies, and that they are often more effective than Western medicine.” – Anne Wilson Schaef

The Minerals Minerals are important to our overall wellbeing and a deficiency can result in a weakened immune system and leave you feeling tired and depressed. There are two types of minerals that are needed for health, macro and micro minerals. Macro minerals are needed in large amounts in the body and micro minerals are only needed in small amounts (also known as trace minerals). Some of the minerals present in our Bio-Live are: Macro minerals: Calcium: builds and maintains strong bones Potassium: supports blood pressure, cardiovascular health, bone and muscle strength Magnesium: maintains bone health, improves calcium absorption and prevents problems with the cardiovascular system and diabetes Micro minerals: Iron: for increased energy and athletic performance. It is also helps produce blood cells Zinc: for hormone production, growth and repair Iodine: makes thyroid hormones to help with the body’s metabolism and supports bone and brain development Selenium: protects against oxidative damage and infection, cancer, thyroid problems and asthma Molybdenum: supports the respiratory system, red blood cells and copper management

“In the human body, minerals act as catalysts, participating in enzyme systems that allow the transformation of the food and air we breathe into energy, vibrant health, and consciousness.” – Paul Bergner, The Healing Power of Minerals.

The Fermentation Fermentation multiplies beneficial microbes and produces extra nutrients making Bio-Live easy to digest. Just as cabbage becomes more nutritious when it is turned into sauerkraut through lactose fermentation, the microbes in Bio-Live also ferment and boost the juices, herbs and minerals. They pre-digest the ingredients into bio available compounds that are easily absorbed into the body. The Bio-Live Range Bio-Live is not just a powerful living fermented supplement, it is also a rich source of micro-nutrients, vitamins, antioxidants and minerals. Our Bio-Live range includes: Bio-Live Gold: our original all-purpose superbrew fermented with organic malt Bio-live Dark: our original all-purpose superbrew fermented with molasses Bio-Live for Women: brewed to support hormonal balance at any stage in a woman’s life Bio-Live GOO for YOU: brewed for children to deliver beneficial enzymes and bacteria straight to the gut Bio-Live Breathease: brewed to maintain a healthy respiratory system Bio-Live Echinacea Plus: brewed to maintain and healthy immune system Get yours today with 3 for 2 on our entire Bio-Live range here until 31 January.