Winner of Best Probiotic in the Janey Loves PLATINUM Awards

With authentic New Zealand Mānuka honey powder MGO 300

Contains calcium to contribute to the normal function of the digestive enzymes

Added lactobacillus acidophilus

With turmeric & ginger root

Contains: 30 Capsules

Plant-derived capsule shell

Description

A daily food supplement for the maintenance of calm and healthy digestion. Each capsule contains Calcium, Turmeric, Freeze Dried Mānuka Honey, Lactobacillus, Black Pepper Extract & Ginger Root Extract.

The Mānuka honey is sourced from our very own Manuka Doctor hives nestled in the luscious green mountains of New Zealand. The honey is freeze dried into powder form and added to our formula which is lovingly made in the UK to the very highest standard. The MGO (methylglyoxal) level in Mānuka Honey is derived from DHA (dihydroxyacetone) which is naturally present in the nectar of the Mānuka Bush.

Why it works

Maintain a healthy digestive system with Manuka Plus Tummy Bee Calm. Here’s how the key ingredients do their bit for your gut:

Mañuka honey (MGO 300)

This high-strength honey, made by bees collecting nectar from New Zealand Mañuka bushes, contains the active ingredient methylglyoxal (MGO), which has an antimicrobial [1] and also anti-bacterial effect on the body, according to a 2018 study by Ulster University. [2] Our Mañuka honey is harvested from Manuka Doctor hives high in the New Zealand mountains, and then freeze-dried into powder.

Calcium

This mineral isn’t just about bones and teeth. It has a critical job for your gut too because it contributes to the normal function of your digestive enzymes, according to the European Commission. [3]

Digestive enzymes break down food, like proteins, fats and carbohydrates, into much smaller molecules that your body can absorb – and calcium is needed to activate the release of these enzymes inside your pancreas. [4]

A 2010 study by the USA’s University of Massachusetts found that calcium increased the rate at which fats were metabolised into fatty acids – with more calcium meaning a faster rate of digestion. [5]

Sources of calcium include dairy foods, dark green leafy veg like kale and broccoli, tinned sardines and salmon, wholegrains, and fortified plant milks and breakfast cereals. [6]

Lactobacillus acidophilus

Manuka Plus Tummy Bee Calm contains a type of friendly bacteria called lactobacillus acidophilus that helps ferment carbohydrates in foods, especially lactose found in milk. [7]

The World Health Organisation defines friendly bacteria, also known as probiotics, as ‘live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host.’ [8]

Many studies have shown that friendly bacteria, like lactobacillus acidophilus, can restore the natural balance of microflora in the gut. [9] According to a 2011 study from Sweden’s Lund University, this can help prevent or reduce gut inflammation. [10]

Turmeric

This spice – extracted from the plant Curcuma longa – is used in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine for a range of purposes, including digestion. Its active ingredient is curcumin, which has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. [11]

Turmeric may also boost the number of friendly bacteria species in your gut, according to a 2018 study by the University of California – and this can support your digestive health. [12]

Ginger root extract

Another herb, ginger root, has been used for hundreds of years to soothe gut complaints, like bloating, constipation and nausea. [13]

It’s now been shown that it does have an effect on your digestive system: a 2011 study by Taiwan’s Chang Gung University College of Medicine found that, in people with indigestion, ginger increased the rate that the stomach empties after a meal. [14] Plenty of studies have also reported that ginger can curb symptoms of nausea in cases of motion sickness and for pregnant women. [15]

Sources
1. Alvarez-Suarez JM, et al. The Composition and Biological Activity of Honey: A Focus on Manuka Honey. Foods. 2014 Sep;3(3):420-432. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5302252/
2. Johnston M, et al. Antibacterial activity of Manuka honey and its components: An overview. AIMS Microbiology. 2018. 4(4):665-664. https://www.aimspress.com/fileOther/PDF/microbiology/microbiol-04-04-655.pdf
3. European Commission. EU Register on nutrition and health claims. http://ec.europa.eu/food/safety/labelling_nutrition/claims/register/public/?event=search
4. Pandol SJ. Digestive Enzymes: Digestive Enzyme Synthesis and Transport. The Exocrine Pancreas. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK54127/
5. Hu M, et al. Role of calcium and calcium-binding agents on the lipase digestibility of emulsified lipids using an in vitro digestion model. Food Hydrocolloids. Vol 24, Issue 8, Nov-Dec 2010, 719-725. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0268005X10000561#!
6. National Institutes of Health. Calcium: Fact Sheet for Consumers. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Calcium-Consumer/
7. Medical News Today. Is Lactobacillus acidophilus good for health? https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324194.php
8. Hill C, et al. Expert consensus document. The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics consensus statement on the scope and appropriate use of the term probiotic. Nat Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2014 Aug;11(8):506-14. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24912386
9. Hemarajata P, Versalovic J. Effects of probiotics on gut microbiota: mechanisms of intestinal immunomodulation and neuromodulation. Therap Adv Gastroenterol. 2013 Jan;6(1):39-51. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3539293/
10. Hakansson A, Molin G. Gut Microbiota and Inflammation. Nutrients. 2011 Jun; 3 (6):637-682. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3257638/
11. Peterson CT, et al. Effects of Turmeric and Curcumin Dietary Supplementation on Human Gut Microbiota: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study. J Evid Based Integr Med. 2018; 23. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6083746/
12. As above
13. Haniadka R, et al. A review of the gastroprotective effects of ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe). Food Funct. 2013 Jun;4(6):845-55. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23612703
14. Hu ML, et al. Effect of ginger on gastric motility and symptoms of functional dyspepsia. World J Gastroenterol. 2011 Jan 7;17(1):105-10. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21218090
15. Examine.com. Ginger. https://examine.com/supplements/ginger/

Awards

Health & Wellbeing Awards 2019 - WINNER - Best Probiotic

These awards celebrate the very best of beauty, health, food and fitness brands with an expert panel of judges, including Loose Women's Nadia Sawalha and top nutritionist Rick Hay.

Janey Loves Platinum Awards 2021 - WINNER - Best Probiotic

BBC Radio 2 presenter and best-selling author Janey Lee Grace has awarded the best of the best in natural products in the Janey Loves PLATINUM Awards 2021. Tested by a panel of Judges and consumer votes. Judges this year include Janey Lee Grace, Jo Wood, Dr Marilyn Glenville, Glynis Barber and Carrie Grant.

Directions & Warnings

DIRECTIONS: Take one capsule per day with a meal and do not exceed this recommended daily dose. This product should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Please keep out of reach from children.

Product sold for consumption within the UK only.

WARNINGS: Discontinue use and consult a doctor if adverse reactions occur. Avoid this product if you have allergies to pollen, bees or bee products. Do not use this product without first consulting with your doctor if you are under medical supervision, on prescribed medication, pregnant, breastfeeding, have asthma or related allergies.

TO OPEN: Remove the clear plastic sleeve using the perforation on the side, then lift off the larger top section.

Ingredients

Calcium Carbonate, Turmeric Powder, Vegetable Capsule Shell (Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose), Freeze Dried Manuka Honey Powder (Maltodextrin), Anti-Caking Agents (Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide), Black Pepper Extract, Lactobacillus Acidophilus (Maltodextrin), Ginger Root 20:1 Extract (Maltodextrin).

• No Added Flavourings or Colourings • Gluten • Soya & Nuts • GMO's • No Added Dairy or Yeast •

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