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Akkermansia Claims to Support Gut Health — Here's What the Science Says

Published 1 month, 1 week ago

Akkermansia muciniphila is a gut microbe that thrives in your intestinal mucus layer. It's linked to improved metabolic health, but its levels decrease with age and poor diet
Studies suggest Akkermansia may support a healthy weight by influencing fat mass, insulin sensitivity, and inflammatory markers, as shown in animal models. It also has roles in glucose and lipid metabolism
Akkermansia may stimulate natural GLP-1 production. It may also help support blood sugar regulation and cardiovascular health markers
Research has also linked Akkermansia levels to intestinal barrier integrity, immune regulation, and the gut microbial ecosystem, and has been observed as a marker associated with favorable metabolic profiles
To boost Akkermansia levels, consume polyphenol-rich foods and high-inulin vegetables. Supplements are available but require careful dosing and timing for effectiveness