GutRX: Food & Herbs for 8 Keystone Species
GutRX APP (Claide Ai):
Claude Ai Gut Intelligence Grid:
- 8 keystone & 50 bacteria strains fully documented, including:
- All major butyrate producers: F. prausnitzii, Roseburia, E. rectale, C. butyricum, Coprococcus, Butyricicoccus, Subdoligranulum
- Propionate specialists (anti-inflammatory, regulates appetite): Akkermansia, Phascolarctobacterium, Alistipes
- Mental health-linked strains: Coprococcus (depression marker), Dialister (serotonin), Turicibacter (serotonin signaling), L. brevis (GABA producer)
- Polyphenol metabolizers (unlocks enzymes to support health): Eggerthella lenta (converts pomegranate → urolithin A)
- Longevity markers: Christensenella, Akkermansia, Alistipes
- Fermentation cultures: S. thermophilus, Leuconostoc, Pediococcus, Weissella
- Methanogens and sulfate-reducers for completeness
50 foods and 40 herbs with category filtering (Fermented, Prebiotic, Resistant Starch, Cruciferous, etc.)
Deeper Dive (big data, slow speed): Food & Herbs for 50 Gut Bacteria
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01: Bifidobacteria
– Bifidobacteria supports the balance of gut microbiota, which plays a crucial role in immune function. They can stimulate the production of certain immune cells, regulate inflammation, and enhance the gut barrier function . . .
https://herb-sprout.com/2024/02/01/gut-microbe-series-1-role-of-bifidobacteria-to-our-gut-health/
02: Lactobacillus
– Lactobacillus aids in digestion, supporting the immune system, promoting gut health by balancing the intestinal microbiota. It is believed to reduce the risk of certain gastrointestinal issues . . .
https://herb-sprout.com/2024/02/08/lactobacillus-the-tangy-taste-false-beliefs-about-lactic-acid/
03: Faecalibacterium prausnitzii
– Faecalibacterium prausnitzii produces butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) that nourishes the cells lining the colon and has anti-inflammatory properties. . .
https://herb-sprout.com/2024/03/06/gut-microbe-series-3-faecalibacterium-prausnitzii/
04: Escherichia coli (E. coli)
– In the gut, E. coli plays a role in maintaining a healthy microbial community and provides benefits such as producing vitamin K2 and preventing the colonization of harmful bacteria. . .
https://herb-sprout.com/2024/03/16/gut-microbe-series-4-e-coli/
05: Akkermansia muciniphila
– Akkermansia muciniphila is a species of bacteria naturally present in the human gut microbiota known for its ability to degrade mucin, improving gut barrier function. . .
https://herb-sprout.com/2024/04/03/gut-microbe-series-05-akkermansia-muciniphila/
06: enterococcus
– Enterococcus helps us digest food, produces certain vitamins, and helps prevent the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines. . .
https://herb-sprout.com/2024/04/13/gut-microbe-series-06-enterococcus/
07: bacillus
– Bacillus bacteria in our gut play important roles in digestion, nutrient absorption, and immune system regulation. . .
https://herb-sprout.com/2024/05/07/microbe-series-07-bacillus/
08: Ruminococcus
Ruminococcus plays a crucial role in the digestion of complex carbohydrates. . .
https://herb-sprout.com/2024/06/06/microbe-gut-series-08-ruminococcus/
09: Roseburia
Roseburia is a genus of butyrate-producing, Gram-positive anaerobic bacteria that inhabit the human colon . . .
https://herb-sprout.com/2024/06/22/gut-microbe-series-08-roseburia/
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