postbiotic

[pohst-bahy-ah-tik]

noun

1. a bioactive compound produced by probiotic bacteria as they break down prebiotics.

Example Sentences

It’s not the byproducts that matter here, and a postbiotic can be prepared from many microorganisms, not only those that meet the definition of probiotic.

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A postbiotic needs to be made in a controlled, repeatable manner to allow for consistency between batches, and allow the product to be tested in research studies to establish if it has an actual health benefit — a key part of the definition of a postbiotic.

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That doesn’t stop manufacturers of many postbiotic supplements from marketing towards people who are already healthy and are interested in “optimizing” wellness.

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While some fermented foods, especially those that are pasteurized or baked, may contain microorganisms that are nonviable when we eat them, this does not meet the definition of a postbiotic.

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Because different postbiotic preparations contain different mixtures of microorganisms or their components, they might have health effects via many different mechanisms.

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