Enhancing Mental Wellbeing with Probiotics – Discover HN001™ in an upcoming Probiotics R&D Forum. 

Dr. Maher Fuad, Health and Nutrition Science Manager, will be presenting in the 12th Microbiome & Probiotics R&D Business Collaboration Forum, April 23-24, about the relationship of probiotics and mental wellbeing focusing on the role of Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus strain (Nutiani HN001™) Probiotic strain.

Exploring Probiotics and the beneficial impact of Nutiani HN001™ on mental wellbeing 

The talk will begin with an introduction into mental wellbeing, followed by an exploration of the crucial role of probiotics and the gut-brain axis. The spotlight will then be on the beneficial impact of Nutiani HN001™ on mental wellness, as evidenced by numerous studies. Dr. Fuad will conclude with a forward-looking view into the future of probiotics in the mental wellness space, setting the stage for an intriguing discussion. If you're keen to delve further into the clinical studies, be sure to attend the conference. For those unable to make it, sign up to our monthly insights newsletter to be the first to gain access to an exclusive recording of the presentation. 

Featuring Project Happy: a partnership with Sun Genomics 

One of the notable studies Dr. Fuad will introduce include Project Happy, conducted in partnership with Sun Genomics, creator of Floré, the world’s only fully customized precision probiotic.

Conducted in 2022, the six-week clinical trial is designed to further validate findings from the brands’ first consumer pilot study, which tested the Nutiani HN001™ strain with 52 Floré customers to determine if there were any significant improvements in mental wellness and happiness.
 

After 60 days of consuming a probiotic formulation and rating their psychological well-being on the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire, participants’ mean happiness score increased.

The difference between the data was statistically significant, showing that participants felt happier after taking the probiotics.

Building on existing research that connects gut health to mood enhancement, the objective of this study is to further substantiate the theory that maintaining gastrointestinal health can significantly influence an individual's overall sense of happiness. Another goal is to demonstrate that probiotics' benefits are not just for clinical use, but can also help in everyday life. This research is particularly relevant in today's context, where mental wellbeing is being increasingly prioritised.

Growing Importance of Mental Wellbeing

According to the 2024 World Happiness Report, negative emotions are more frequent now than in 2006-2010 everywhere except in East Asia and in Europe. 

Furthermore, a striking 90% of consumers consider mental health and wellbeing as important, as per the Nutiani Ipsos Consumer Health & Nutrition Index 2023.

Given the significant findings and the promising realm of probiotics, Dr. Fuad’s talk at the 12th Microbiome & Probiotics R&D and Business Collaboration Forum on April 23 (3:05pm) is highly recommended for those interested in gaining proprietary insights into consumers’ mindset towards mental wellbeing. Stay tuned and watch this space as we cover the key insights during the event in the upcoming weeks.

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