The intestinal mucosa
The inside of the gut is lined with a mucous membrane one cell layer thick, with a total surface area of about thirty square metres. This layer lets nutrients through and keeps other substances out. A large part of the immune system is also located in the intestinal wall.
Biotin and the mucous membranes
Biotin is a B vitamin that contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes, and also to the maintenance of normal skin and normal hair, to normal energy-yielding metabolism and to the normal functioning of the nervous system. The daily dose contains 1000 micrograms, 2000% of the reference intake.
Six plant extracts
The herbal blend combines deglycyrrhizinated liquorice (without the glycyrrhizin that can raise blood pressure), eleuthero or Siberian ginseng, hawthorn, milk thistle, elm bark and turmeric. Added to these are L-glutamine, quercetin, N-acetylglucosamine, MSM, bromelain from pineapple and gamma-oryzanol from rice.
Leaky Gut-X from BioMatrix
Leaky Gut-X (formerly Support Mucosa) from BioMatrix contains no fewer than 13 powerful synergistic ingredients specifically aimed at supporting normal digestion, bowel function and healthy mucous membranes. Biotin, or vitamin B8, for example, is good for the mucous membranes. The other components, such as the various beneficial plant extracts, amino acids and enzymes, complement the formula perfectly. All ingredients are precisely and effectively dosed and meet the highest quality requirements. This cleverly designed gut support formula from BioMatrix works as one powerful whole.
Advantages
Formula for the intestines and mucous membranes. Biotin is good for the mucous membranes, promotes energy metabolism, is good for hair and skin, contributes to normal protein, carbohydrate and fat metabolism, is beneficial for good mental balance and supports the normal functioning of the nervous system. Ginseng helps with tiredness*. Ginseng, milk thistle and turmeric support the immune system*, are antioxidants and protect cells* and are good for the heart*. Ginseng and milk thistle contribute to normal blood sugar levels*. Ginseng is good for concentration and memory* and for endurance in athletes*. Milk thistle and turmeric support the cleansing function of the liver*. Turmeric supports normal blood cholesterol levels*, healthy skin*, digestion* and is good for the respiratory tract and the nervous system*. Contains various beneficial plant extracts. Effectively dosed and of high pharmaceutical quality. * = Health claim pending approval by the European Commission.
The intestines as a second brain
The intestines and the microbiome are also called the second brain. The intestines host about 70% of the cells of the immune system. The health of your intestinal mucosa is therefore very important for your overall health and well-being. The mucosal barrier is the immune system's first line of defence. It forms the barrier between the external environment and the internal environment of our body.
First line immune system
The mucosal barrier refers to all the mucous membranes in our body, such as the conjunctiva, nasal mucosa, intestinal mucosa, oral mucosa, gastric mucosa, uterine mucosa, and vaginal mucosa. This protective layer allows molecules to be transported in a specific direction. This allows the mucosa to both absorb and excrete substances. The mucosal barrier protects our body from harmful substances and allows important substances to pass through.
13 powerful synergistic ingredients
The strength of BioMatrix lies in its well-designed formulas that contain everything a person needs to support a specific aspect of the body. In this case, the intestines and the mucous membranes. The various ingredients all have a broader range of effects, but within this formula they were chosen for their specific effect on the mucosa throughout the digestive system. Below we explain each ingredient individually.
Biotin; essential coenzyme
Biotin is a water-soluble B vitamin, also known as vitamin B8. Biotin has many health claims. It is good for the mucous membranes and contributes to normal metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. It is therefore beneficial for metabolism and energy balance, but also for the skin, hair and nails, for the mind and the nervous system. Biotin plays a vital role in various biological processes in every cell. It is a coenzyme and forms part of the molecular structure of certain enzymes in our body, enabling these enzymes to function. Biotin coenzymes are involved in gluconeogenesis, fatty acid synthesis, propionate metabolism, amino acid metabolism and leucine catabolism.
Liquorice root extract
Deglycyrrhinated liquorice root extract is derived from the Glycyrrhiza glabra plant, but is virtually free of glycyrrhizin. Liquorice root extract is used to support the gastrointestinal system. Liquorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) grows in Europe, the Mediterranean, and Asia, and the extract has a long tradition of use there for a variety of reasons. It has a complex composition with over 130 different active ingredients. Most of these substances are flavonoids, coumarins, triterpenoids, and stilbenoids.
Siberian ginseng root extract
Ginseng has several health claims that are still pending approval by the European Commission. For example, it supports the immune system, is good for the heart and blood vessels and contributes to the maintenance of normal blood sugar levels. In this product, the extract of Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) is standardised to 0.8% eleutherosides.
Hawthorn leaf and flower extract and elm bark extract
The flowers, leaves and berries of the hawthorn plant are used for physical applications. The flavonoids present in particular, such as oligomeric proanthocyanidins and vitexin rhamnoside, play a role in this. The extract is standardised to 1.8% vitexin-2-rhamnoside. This formula also contains elm bark extract.
Milk thistle seed extract
Milk thistle seed extract, derived from the plant Silybum marianum, is a substance with several health claims still pending approval by the European Commission. Milk thistle is good for the heart, supports the immune system and the cleansing function of the liver. It also contributes to the maintenance of normal blood sugar levels. The extract is standardised to 80% silymarin.
Turmeric root extract
Turmeric root extract also has several health claims pending approval by the European Commission. The extract is standardised to 95% curcumin. Turmeric contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels, is beneficial for the heart, blood vessels, and circulation, and supports healthy skin. Turmeric also supports the immune system and has antioxidant properties. Finally, it is a synergistic ingredient in this formula, as it benefits digestion and supports liver function.
L-Glutamine USP and Quercetin
L-glutamine is the most abundant non-essential amino acid in the human body. Under certain circumstances (during recovery periods, during heavy physical exertion), glutamine synthesis may be insufficient to meet requirements. That is why glutamine is classed as a semi-essential or conditionally essential amino acid. Quercetin is derived from Styphnolobium japonicum or the Sophora japonica flower bud. This special antioxidant occurs in very small amounts in various kinds of fruit and vegetables. The substance has a very broad range of effects in the body.
N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine, MSM and Bromelain
N-acetyl-D-glucosamine is the nitrogen-linked form of glucosamine. It is a naturally occurring amino sugar. Methylsulfonylmethane, or MSM, is an organic sulfur compound composed of sulfur and methyl groups and is naturally found in plants, animals, and humans. Bromelain belongs to the family of proteolytic enzymes and is derived from the stem of the pineapple plant. It breaks down proteins into amino acids. This product contains 2400 GDU per gram.
Gamma-oryzanol
Gamma-oryzanol is composed of phytochemical compounds. These compounds are naturally found primarily in rice. These compounds are also called oryzanols. Oryzanols have antioxidant properties and play a role in the lining of the stomach and duodenum.
Why Support Mucosa from BioMatrix?
BioMatrix subjects all its developed products to pre- and post-intake testing in its laboratory, thus validating their effectiveness. The nutrients used are of therapeutic, pharmaceutical, and/or bioidentical quality, including BioMatrix Leaky Gut-X. These nutrients are highly bioavailable. All BioMatrix products, including Support Mucosa, are manufactured in accordance with FDA guidelines and Good Manufacturing Practices.
About BioMatrix
BioMatrix supports doctors and therapists who go beyond treating symptoms and want to find the cause of physical problems. The consequences of chronic stress receive special attention in BioMatrix's vision. Since 1998, the company has been developing complete formulas with food supplements specifically aimed at mechanisms of action in the body. The ingredients are of the highest quality available, are highly bioavailable and production takes place in accordance with FDA and cGMP guidelines. Thanks to these complete, well-documented formulas, one product contains everything BioMatrix customers need at that moment.
