At Chuckling Goat, we are fuelled by science. Everything we do is evidence-based. That’s why you’re here, right? Nature offers incredible tools that have the power to help you feel good from the inside out, both physically and mentally. Our goal at CG is to find those natural solutions and then take them to the lab, where they are subjected to rigorous scientific testing. Guesswork is not enough – we want to see the proof!
So we were thrilled when a cutting-edge study from Cardiff University demonstrated exactly what our Chuckling Goat synbiotic (that’s our Kefir + our Complete Prebiotic) can do for your emotional health – both in work and everyday life.
You have probably heard how gut health plays a crucial role in overall wellbeing. But what about your emotional health? Even your job satisfaction? In this recent study, Professor Andrew Smith of Cardiff University put our Chuckling Goat synbiotic to the test!
Spoiler, the results were STRIKING!
A unique study, with Chuckling Goat products at the centre
Have you tried our famous Gut-Brain Smoothie yet? It is the easiest way to put the Chuckling Goat Gut Health Protocol into practice! If not, you can check it out here. The study was a six-week intervention that used a Gut-Brain Smoothie made with 170 ml of Chuckling Goat Goat’s Milk Kefir, 10 g of Complete Prebiotic, and a banana. Simple right? We’ve designed our protocol around a daily Gut Health Smoothie because it’s quick and easy. All of the elements can be tossed into a blender and whizzed up into a daily drink.
This smoothie offers the perfect synbiotic. A synbiotic is created when you take a probiotic (like Chuckling Goat kefir) and mix it with a prebiotic (like the fibres in the Complete Prebiotic). This combination enhances the survival and activity of beneficial bacteria in the gut. It’s like giving your hardworking microbes the food they need to thrive and do their job effectively, leading to better gut health.
In this study, 14 charity workers were recruited to drink this synbiotic blend daily. Charity workers often face high stress levels and burnout. This makes them an ideal group to test the potential of our synbiotic in improving well-being.
What did the CG synbiotic study find?
Daily consumption of the Chuckling Goat synbiotic led to “profound effects on emotional health“. The study’s findings were described as “striking and enlightening“, highlighting the potential of Chuckling Goat synbiotic to enhance mental health, productivity, and overall well-being. Here are some of the most important findings after just six weeks:
- Reduced daytime sleepiness: Participants felt more alert and less fatigued during the day.
- Greater immersion at work: People found themselves more engaged and focused in their daily tasks.
- Increased life satisfaction: Participants reported feeling more satisfied with life overall.
- Heightened sense of flourishing: This is all about thriving – not just surviving! And participants felt it deeply. They experienced greater happiness, resilience, and overall positivity.
Liquid happiness? Sign me up!
The researchers created a “gut-brain health corner” in the office kitchen, stocked with blenders, kefir, our Complete Prebiotic, and bananas, allowing participants to whip up their daily smoothies. It’s nice to think of our kefir and prebiotic powder sitting in the corner of an office, quietly changing lives! Speak to your boss about setting up a gut health corner in your office; it’s a win-win situation for both employers and employees! 😉
What makes the Chuckling Goat synbiotic so powerful?
As they say, there is power in numbers! Our kefir has been independently tested by Atlas Biomed, CABI (Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International) and Aberystwyth University, and has been found to include a diverse range of 27 naturally occurring beneficial live cultures. Our Complete Prebiotic provides 18 different prebiotics – the most diverse prebiotic available! These diverse fibres feed your gut bacteria the premium diet they require for ultimate gut health.
Think of it as a dynamic duo, like flowers and bees. Probiotics are like bees – living, beneficial organisms that benefit your internal environment. The prebiotics are like the flowers – necessary to feed the bees and keep them going. Stronger together! In combination (synbiotic), they create a blooming, buzzing ecosystem in which diverse, healthy growth can occur.
For those who like to dig deep into the science, here are the full study papers:
- Study Review by NutraIngredients Europe
- Full Research Article in the World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
For anyone struggling with work stress, fatigue, or just feeling a bit flat, this study shines a light on a simple, natural way to feel better. Start your journey to better mental, emotional, and physical health today with Probiotic Kefir and Complete Prebiotic. Here are some smoothie recipes to get you started!🍓
Check out Probiotics vs Prebiotics: what’s the difference? and our Gut Health Starter Pack!
Any questions? Contact one of our Nutritional Therapists via live chat, weekdays from 8 am to 8 pm.
