Postbiotic food supplements are bioactive compounds produced during the fermentation process of prebiotics and probiotics. These include metabolic products such as enzymes, peptides and short-chain fatty acids that provide significant health benefits. Unlike probiotics, postbiotics are non-living and therefore highly stable and effective in a variety of environments. These supplements support gut health, boost immunity and improve metabolic processes. Postbiotics are becoming increasingly popular due to their safety, stability and potential in functional nutrition.
How to Incorporate Postbiotics into Your Diet
Postbiotics are not as widely available as prebiotics and probiotics, but they can still be purchased in some health food stores or online. They are not always labeled as "postbiotics" and may be found under names such as sodium butyrate, calcium butyrate, or dried yeast ferment. Because postbiotics are
naturally produced by the fermentation of prebiotics and probiotics in the gut, you can increase your levels of postbiotics by consuming more foods rich in prebiotics and probiotics. This approach not only increases the production of postbiotics, but also provides additional health benefits from prebiotics and probiotics.
Prebiotic Food Sources
Prebiotics are abundant in high-fiber foods such as:
Flaxseed Barley Onions Seaweed Asparagus
Garlic Quarts Oats Leeks Chicory root Probiotic Food Sources Probiotics are primarily found in fermented foods and beverages such as: Yogurt Kimchi Sauerkraut Tempeh Miso Kombucha Kefir The postbiotic food supplements market is expected to reach USD 27.3 million by 2031 from USD 10.8 million in 2022, at a CAGR of 10.5% during the forecast period. Key Developments: In February 2024, Kerry Group launched Plenibiotic, a rice-derived postbiotic designed for both human and pet supplement formats. Backed by scientific research, Plenibiotic offers proven benefits for digestive and skin health. It stands out for its excellent stability under various temperatures and environments, ensuring a long shelf life and efficacy even at minimal dosages. Market Segmentation: By Product Type: Short Chain Fatty Acids, Lipopolysaccharides, Exopolysaccharides , Enzymes, Cell Wall Fragments, Others. By Form: Capsules & Tablets, Powders, Liquids, Others. By Application: Digestive Health, Immune Support, Skin Health, Weight Management, Sports Nutrition, Mental Health, General Wellness, Others. By Distribution Channel: Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Pharmacies & Drug Stores, Convenience Stores, Online Retailers, Others Distribution Channels.
Key Players:
ADM
Cargill Ltd.
AB Biotech Health
Tetra Pak International SA
DSM
AB-Biotix, SA
Sabinsa
Postbiotica Srl
Resafrelactobio
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