Due to modern diets and sterile lifestyles, our gut microbiome often lacks what it once received as a matter of course – living microorganisms. This is precisely where a ferment comes in.
In this article, you will learn why microorganisms are so important, how fermentation works, and how FLORA VIDA, as a living plant ferment, provides exactly what we often lack today.
Why are microorganisms important in our daily lives?
Microorganisms are the biological origin of almost all life on Earth. They were the first organisms to colonize our planet. Without them, there would be no plants, no animals, and no us. In our bodies, they perform fundamental tasks: they form vitamins, influence our immune system, support metabolic processes, and protect us from harmful germs. A healthy person carries billions of microorganisms within them.
However, our modern way of life has drastically reduced this natural contact with microorganisms. A significant reason is impoverished soils. Studies show that agriculturally used soils today contain fewer micronutrients and less microbial diversity than they did a few decades ago. As a result, fresh foods, even organic vegetables, often contain fewer natural microorganisms and fewer secondary plant compounds.
In addition, we are significantly more burdened by environmental toxins, pollutants, heavy metals, cleaning agents, stress, and a sterile environment than previous generations. We should therefore actually supply our bodies with even more nutrients to keep them in balance. Paradoxically, however, we supply them with less and less, even when we are supposedly eating healthily.
So what can you do? If many foods contain hardly any natural microorganisms anymore, it makes sense to specifically supplement your diet with products that bring back this diversity. High-quality ferments are one of the simplest and most natural ways to do this. They provide the living microorganisms and fermented plant compounds that are often missing in everyday life.
What is a ferment?
A ferment is created when microorganisms, mostly lactic acid bacteria or yeasts, convert plant substances into new compounds. This process occurs without heating or chemical additives – it is a purely biological process that transforms the plant substances. We call it biological intelligence.
Typically, the microorganisms convert sugar and starch into organic acids, enzymes, and bioactive compounds. The result is a product that:
- contains living microorganisms,
- is rich in organic acids,
- is packed with fermented plant compounds,
- remains enzymatically active,
- and is often easier to digest due to natural conversion.
This transformation makes a ferment a highly complex, living vitamin complex. This is exactly what makes it so valuable for the gut microbiome.
What happens during fermentation?
Fermentation is an ancient method of preservation and the natural activation of vital plant substances. During fermentation, several parallel processes occur:
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Microorganisms alter plant substances
Sugars, bitter compounds, hard-to-digest fibers, and secondary plant compounds are converted by microorganisms. This makes the end product more digestible for many people. -
Organic acids are formed
Lactic acid, acetic acid, and other acids create a slightly acidic environment. This environment supports beneficial gut bacteria and inhibits unwanted germs without acidifying the body. -
Enzymes and bioactive compounds are formed
The activity of microorganisms leads to the formation of enzymes and metabolic products that can play a valuable role in the body. -
Nutrient bioavailability can increase
Fermentation is considered a form of "pre-digestion" – certain nutrients are broken down and can therefore be absorbed more easily.
Fermentation is not only a traditional method but a natural biological refinement process that transforms plant substances into a particularly valuable, highly usable form.
What is the difference between probiotics and prebiotics?
To function well, the gut flora needs two things: a supply of new, "good" microorganisms (probiotics) and food for these microorganisms (prebiotics).
Probiotics are living microorganisms that are naturally contained in high-quality ferments. They bring microbial diversity to the diet and naturally supplement the environment of the gut microbiome.
Prebiotics, on the other hand, are plant fibers and indigestible components that serve as a basis for microorganisms to grow and remain active. They are found in many plants, including Aloe Vera, which is traditionally valued for its high content of plant polysaccharides.
The FLORA VIDA ferment provides the living component, i.e., active microorganisms and fermented plant substances. If you also want to integrate a prebiotic component, we recommend combining Aloe Vera juice and FLORA VIDA: 40ml of Aloe Vera juice daily in the morning and evening and 25ml of FLORA VIDA, for example, at lunchtime with a meal.
Probiotics and prebiotics can complement each other meaningfully, and many people therefore integrate both components into their daily diet.
How ferments can support the gut microbiome
The gut microbiome is a sensitive ecosystem that reacts strongly to diet, stress, sleep, environmental factors, and our modern lifestyle. The diversity of the microorganisms living there is particularly crucial. It arises from regular contact with various microbial and plant sources from our diet and contact with nature.
Ferments bring this diversity back into everyday life. They provide:
- living microorganisms
- natural organic acids
- fermented bitter compounds
- secondary plant compounds
- microbially "pre-processed" plant components
This combination allows ferments to enrich the daily diet with microbial diversity. Something that is often lacking in our modern lifestyle.
Product presentation: FLORA VIDA – a modern organic ferment
FLORA VIDA is a complex organic plant ferment with 31 effective microorganisms, combining traditional fermentation with modern science.
In a multi-stage process, we ferment a carefully selected plant profile:
- Organic Aloe Vera
- Organic Turmeric
- Organic Ginger
- Organic Reishi
- Organic Papaya Seeds
- Organic Grape Seeds
- Organic Cayenne Pepper
During fermentation, a living plant elixir is created that:
- is rich in natural organic acids
- contains fermented plant substances in a form whose bioavailability can be increased
- brings a diversity of living microorganisms (8.3 x 10^8 CFU)
- is produced without artificial additives
- is preserved in raw food quality
- tastes ferment-typical spicy and plant-like
- This composition makes FLORA VIDA an innovative ferment that naturally combines plant power and microbiology.
Who is FLORA VIDA suitable for?
FLORA VIDA is a natural supplement for anyone who:
- eats few fermented foods in everyday life
- wants to expand their diet with valuable bacterial strains
- is looking for a gentle, plant-based product
- wants to make their diet more microbiologically diverse
- often experiences stress or harmful environmental factors
- wants to combine bitter substances, ferments, and traditional plants
Especially people with a stressful daily routine appreciate simple routines that are easy to integrate and enrich the diet with living microorganisms and fermented plant components.
Practical tips for application
Regularity is important for a ferment to unfold its effect. FLORA VIDA can be easily integrated into daily life:
- 25 ml daily is recommended
- Pure or diluted with water – depending on taste.
- you decide what time of day you want to take it
- For intestinal complaints or an imbalanced gut microbiome, we recommend combining it with Wild Baboon's Aloe Vera direct juice as preparation
FAQ - your questions about Flora Vida
How and when should I take the ferment?
Take about 25 ml daily with a meal. One bottle is enough for a 20-day course. A measuring cup is included and it can be drunk pure or diluted with water.
How long should I use the ferment or the course of treatment? Do I need to take breaks between courses?
A course can last 3 months, and longer if needed. After the course, a break of 2 to 4 weeks is advisable before starting again. As a small daily dose, the plant ferment can also be drunk permanently.
Is regular or occasional intake better?
Both are possible. If you want to care for your gut flora long-term, take small amounts continuously. For complaints, we recommend a course with an increased amount.
Which probiotic cultures are included?
It contains 31 fermented microorganism strains:
Bacillus subtilis; Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis; Bif. bifidum; Bif. breve; Bif. longum; Bif. infantis; Bif. lactis; Enterococcus faecium; Lactobacillus acidophilus; Lact. amylolyticus; Lact. amylovorus; Lact. bulgaricus; Lact. casei; Lact. crispatus; Lact. delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus; Lact. farraginis; Lact. fermentum; Lact. gasseri; Lact. helveticus; Lact. johnsonii; Lact. paracasei; Lact. parafarraginis; Lact. plantarum; Lact. reuteri; Lact. rhamnosus; Lact. salivarius; Lact. zeae; Lactococcus lactis; Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis; Saccharomyces cerevisiae; Streptococcus thermophilus
Does the ferment replace a course with capsules and freeze-dried bacteria?
It can be a good alternative to capsules, but also a symbiosis. Some combine both for maximum effect.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of FLORA VIDA compared to classic probiotic capsules?
FLORA VIDA contains living bacterial strains that are gastric resistant. They reach your gut. It is also unheated, and the natural fermentation process results in high bioavailability of the other ingredients.
Bacteria from capsules often need to be reactivated in the body, which means many are lost on the way to the gut.
How does my body benefit from this ferment?
Taking fermented foods can have a range of positive effects on the organism. Unfortunately, due to health claim regulations, we are not allowed to freely report on documented improvements.
Why was the product fermented?
Fermentation is an ancient method of preservation and vital substance activation. It makes the plants and roots from FLORA VIDA more bioavailable. The multi-stage symbiotic fermentation increases this effect.
Are fermented foods safe during pregnancy?
Yes, you can safely take FLORA VIDA during your pregnancy. A balanced and vital gut flora can be very beneficial during this phase.
Which foods should be avoided or reduced during the course of treatment?
Sugar, alcohol, white flour, and highly processed foods should be reduced to optimize the effect.
Are there any known side effects or things to be aware of?
There are no side effects when taking FLORA VIDA. If you have a very sensitive gut flora, start with 10 ml per day and slowly increase your daily intake.
Combine your treatment with Aloe Vera to regenerate and rebuild your intestinal lining.
What signs or symptoms suggest the use of the treatment?
If you suffer from specific complaints such as bloating, fullness, weakened immune system, skin problems, or long-term stress, as well as after antibiotic therapy, we recommend a course of treatment.
Are there any diseases for which consultation with a doctor is recommended?
To be safe, consult your doctor before taking if you suffer from chronic inflammatory bowel diseases or immunosuppression. It is also advisable to clarify intake during pregnancy.
Is the treatment suitable for weight loss?
It can indirectly support, as it reduces cravings and regulates metabolism.
Can I improve my skin with FLORA VIDA?
Yes, we have intentionally fermented bacterial strains in FLORA VIDA that have been linked in studies to clear skin.
Can I combine FLORA VIDA and Aloe Vera juice as a treatment?
Yes, this is even recommended! Pay attention to a time-delayed intake, for example Aloe Vera 40 ml in the morning and evening on an empty stomach and 25 ml FLORA VIDA with lunch.
Get your 2-month course of FLORA VIDA now and see for yourself!
