Science exploring the bacterium bacillus has been around for a long time, but its probiotic effect on humans is relatively new, research wise, compared to other strains such as lactobacillus and bifidobacterium. But the emerging studies show its benefits to digestive health, and a possible "prebiotic" effect to boost other probiotics in the digestive tract. In this episode, Christopher Penet, vice president at BIO-CAT; Steve Lamb, Ph.D., technical director at Bio-Cat Microbials; and Sandy Almendarez, editor in chief, INSIDER, discuss bacillus.

Sandy Almendarez, VP of Content

March 17, 2017

Science exploring the bacterium bacillus has been around for a long time, but it’s probiotic effect on humans is relatively new, research wise, compared to other strains such as lactobacillus and bifidobacterium. But the emerging studies show its benefits to digestive health, and a possible “prebiotic” effect to boost other probiotics in the digestive tract. In this episode, Christopher Penet, vice president at BIO-CAT; Steve Lamb, Ph.D., technical director at BIO-CAT Microbials; and Sandy Almendarez, editor in chief, INSIDER, discuss bacillus, including:

  • The human health effects of bacillus

  • A closer look at the Bacillus subtilis strain and its possible mechanisms of action on human health.

  • How bacillus work with other probiotics, such as lactobacilli and Bifidobacterium

Hear more about bacillus and other strains at Probiotics Marketplace, a day-and-a-half event that provides insights on probiotic science and formulation considerations, as well as issues to consider for an effective go-to-market strategy on April 18 and 19 as part of Ingredient Marketplace in Orlando. Probiotics Marketplace is produced with the International Probiotics Association (IPA), the premier underwriter is Nutraceutix, and additional support is provided by BIO-CAT, Sabinsa, Unique Biotech and Viva5.

Learn more about how from Feldman and other probiotic experts in INSIDER’s Probiotic Science Digital Magazine, and in the Healthy INSIDER Podcast 40: Probiotic Oral Health, Foods & Beverages and Healthy INSIDER Podcast 41: Probiotics’ ‘Fantastic’ Sales Growth.

About the Author(s)

Sandy Almendarez

VP of Content, Informa

Summary

• Well-known subject matter expert within the health & nutrition industry with more than 15 years’ experience reporting on natural products.

• She cares a lot about how healthy products are made, where their ingredients are sourced and how they affect human health.

• She knows that it’s the people behind the businesses — their motivations, feelings and emotions — drive industry growth, so that’s where she looks for content opportunities.

Sandy Almendarez is VP of Content for SupplySide and an award-winning journalist. She oversees the editorial and content marketing teams for the B2B media brands Natural Products Insider and Food and Beverage Insider, the education programming for the health and nutrition trade shows SupplySide East and SupplySide West, and community engagement across the SupplySide portfolio. She is a seasoned content strategist with a passion for health, good nutrition, sustainability and inclusion. With over 15 years of experience in the health and nutrition industry, Sandy brings a wealth of knowledge to her role as a content-focused business leader. With specialization in topics ranging from product development to content engagement, creative marketing and c-suite decision making, her work is known for its engaging style and its relevance for business leaders in the health and nutrition industry.

In her free time, Sandy loves running, drinking hot tea and watching her two kids grow up. She brews her own “Sandbucha” homemade kombucha; she’s happy to share if you’re ever in Phoenix!

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  • Phoenix, AZ

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  • Arizona State University

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