Consumers are showing an increasingly higher interest in the health of their digestive system, and their attention to the concept of well-being is going much further, unveiling a widespread series of needs. Taking digestive supplements is not only important for the intestine health: it is a way to take care of one’s entire gut microbiome.

Scientific research has recognized the intestinal microbiome's influence on various aspects of our health. These studies highlight a correlation between the gut microbiome and brain health, as well as interactions with obesity, diabetes and even some skin conditions such as eczema. These are some reasons why we acknowledge a significant increase in consumers' interest towards food supplements for intestinal health.

Several nutraceutical companies have consequently focused their attention on active ingredients that can exert beneficial actions on the intestinal microbiome, trying to develop innovative and personalized formulations.

IPS is attentive to anticipate customers’ needs, which is why it offers numerous active ingredients suitable for intestine care. One of most requested ingredients by food supplement manufacturers, for example, is the microencapsulated form of rosemary essential oil. These microcapsules are particularly suitable for this purpose, also thanks to their high bioavailability and high title.

Microencapsulation by coacervation consists in wrapping the active substance within a gastro-resistant polymeric membrane. In addition to protecting the essential oil from deterioration, this allows for a prolonged release of the active substance within the gastrointestinal tract, guaranteeing an optimal result.

Rosemary microcapsules, as well as microcapsules containing fennel, mint, and cumin, owe their effectiveness to their interaction with receptors present in the gastro-intestinal tract, such as TAS2R and TRPV1. This interaction is able to activate some functions of the digestive system, also protecting the organs from inflammation and oxidative stress.

IPS aims at promoting research in the field of food supplements that are useful for restoring the well-being of the intestinal microbiome. Getting immediate results on the intestine is no longer enough for consumers. It is therefore necessary to shift attention to wide-ranging results, capable of improving every aspect of psycho-physical well-being.