Overview
This lecture summarizes FitBiomics' announcement of VNella, a microbiome-based supplement designed to reduce fatigue and improve endurance by harnessing gut bacteria.
FitBiomics and Microbiome Science
- FitBiomics is a biotech company focused on using microbiome research for next-generation health products.
- The company's innovations are based on studies from Harvard's Wyss Institute, especially analyzing the gut microbiome of elite athletes.
- FitBiomics aims to make health solutions accessible and promote health equity.
VNella Product Launch
- VNella is a new supplement meant to reduce fatigue and promote endurance and energy.
- The product is accessible to consumers through FitBiomics' website.
- VNella is named after Veillonella, a beneficial gut bacteria that breaks down lactic acid produced during exercise.
- Veillonella converts lactic acid into short-chain fatty acids, providing additional energy benefits.
Scientific and Clinical Findings
- The company's discovery of Veillonella as a fatigue-fighting bacteria was first published in Nature Magazine in 2019.
- VNella has demonstrated clinically validated results in reducing weekly fatigue, increasing physical activity, and improving exercise endurance.
- The product represents a translation of academic microbiome research into a real-world consumer health solution.
Other FitBiomics Products
- Nella, the company's first consumer product, uses patented Lactobacillus probiotic strains.
- Nella is designed for improved sleep, better digestion, and increased energy.
Key Terms & Definitions
- Microbiome — The community of microorganisms (like bacteria) living in a particular environment, such as the human gut.
- Veillonella — A genus of beneficial bacteria known for breaking down lactic acid in the body.
- Lactic acid — A compound produced during exercise when carbohydrates are broken down for energy, often causing muscle fatigue.
- Short-chain fatty acids — Beneficial molecules generated by certain gut bacteria that support energy and overall health.
- Probiotic — Live microorganisms that provide health benefits when consumed, typically by improving or restoring gut flora.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Visit the FitBiomics website to learn more about VNella and its research background.
- Review the publication in Nature Magazine (2019) for scientific details on Veillonella and fatigue reduction.