Coco Earth bio-active gut shot review
Here we will give a hands-on, taste-tested review of the Coco Earth bio-active gut shot. We’ll look into the benefits, ingredients, nutrition and flavour of this gut shot.
This 60ml gut shot is available Coles supermarkets in Australia.
Ingredients of Coco Earth bio-active gut shot
This shot has quite a few ingredients which your gut will appreciate.
Specifically it includes: Water, Synbiotic (Prebiotic Dietary Fibre (Inulin sourced from Chicory Root), Probiotic Bacillus Subtilis), Ginger Juice, Lemon Juice, Natural Flavours, Vegetable Gum (Acacia Gum), Spirulina, Natural Colour (Copper Chlorophyll).
As you can see, there’s nothing questionable in this gut shot.
Benefits of Coco Earth bio-active gut shot
This gut shot comes with various health benefits for your gut.
Probiotics
One key benefit of this gut shot is the probiotics (ie live beneficial microorganisms) it contains.
There is just one strain present in the form of Bacillus Subtilis. Each shot contains 1 billion colony forming units of this probiotic.
Learn more about the benefits of probiotics.
Postbiotics
Postbiotics are essentially things probiotics produce during fermentation. These include healthy short-chain fatty acids which nourish our gut lining and may help reduce symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.
Prebiotics
This gut shot contains prebiotics in the form of inulin from chicory root.
These prebiotic fibres will feed the good bacteria in your gut and help them multiply to create a healthy microbiome.
Read more about the benefits of prebiotics.
Ginger
Digestive health: Ginger can alleviate nausea and vomiting
Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects: Contains gingerol, a substance with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
Pain relief: Studies have shown it may help reduce muscle pain and soreness due to its anti-inflammatory properties
Lowering blood sugar levels: Studies show ginger can help in managing blood sugar levels
Read more about ginger’s proven benefits.
Lemon juice
Lemon juice contains vitamin C and flavonoids which are strong antioxidants.
Lemon juice can also improve digestive health (in part due to the fibre it contains) and help in weight control.
Read more about the health benefits of lemon juice.
Spirulina
Spirulina is high in protein and rich in various vitamins (such as A, B, C and E) and minerals (like copper, zinc and iron). These vitamins and minerals are especially helpful in supporting energy production and immune function.
It also is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Appearance
As you can see above, the shot has a green murky appearance which just must be healthy ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Flavour
It has a vegetal aroma of leafy greens, with some lemons and apple coming through.
The taste is mostly like lemon juice with a subtle green vegetal background. It has a moderate acidity.
Overall the taste is good and refreshing.
Cost of Coco Earth gut shot
The shot sells for $4.50 in Coles. In my local Coles it is kept warm in the supplement aisle, not in the chilled drinks section where you might expect it.
Summary
4.75 stars out of 5.
A good quality and nice tasting gut shot which has many health benefits.
Pros
probiotics
prebiotic fibre
good source of vitamins and minerals
various health benefits from spirulina, ginger and lemon
no nasty ingredients
good flavour
Cons
just one strain of probiotics
not the cheapest
Your reviewer
This article was reviewed by Travis, the founder of this website, long-time gut enthusiast and passionate kombucha maker!
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