Partnership between Les Miraculeux and Nahibu

Partnership between Les Miraculeux and Nahibu

Les Miraculeux Digestion Gummies, the first dietary supplements in the form of fruity gummies!

Can you introduce Les Miraculeux?

Les Miraculeux is a young French company founded in 2019 that is shaking up and revolutionizing the dietary supplement market by offering vitamins and dietary supplements in the form of 100% plant-based fruit gummies. After working for a multinational soft drink company and returning to study nutrition, founder David Gueunoun realized that dietary supplements in the form of bland capsules or tablets that are difficult to swallow constantly remind us of being sick instead of bringing us well-being and pleasure. Our goal with gummies is to show that it is possible to combine pleasure and health for better compliance with treatments and guaranteed results! Today, Les Miraculeux has 14 employees and more than 10 products, all of which have become essentials for our customers, with more than 500 points of sale and pharmacies distributing our products!

Can you introduce your product?

Our Digestion gummies are vegan dietary supplements in the form of chewy fruit gummies, formulated from plants and lactic ferments. They are specifically designed to improve daily digestive well-being while preserving the balance of the intestinal microbiota.

Naturally flavored with apple and lychee, our Digestion gummies can be taken at a daily dose of two gummies, before or after a meal. They can be consumed on an occasional basis or as a three-week renewable treatment, depending on individual needs.

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    What are the health and wellness benefits of consuming gummies?

    Today, digestive disorders are among the most common health problems in the US! Many conditions can cause them, but that's not the only factor. Our modern lifestyle and the type and quantity of food we eat can also contribute to digestive discomfort. Our gut microbiota also plays a crucial role in our digestive comfort, as it breaks down food residues that are not metabolized by our body.

    We have therefore selected standardized extracts of fennel and black caraway, concentrated in active ingredients, known to limit gastric spasms, promote good intestinal transit, and combat digestive discomfort that can occur after meals. Our formula also contains a complex of four microbiotic strains (Bifidobacterium bifidum, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus plantarum, and Bifidobacterium lactis), known for their beneficial effects on the digestive system and intestinal flora.

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    Nutritional and technological expertise

    For us, the nutritional quality and safety of our gummies come first! Our goal is to develop high-quality, next-generation dietary supplements to support our customers on their journey to health and well-being every day.

    We work with a team of experienced professionals, including pharmacists, doctors, and dietitians, to offer formulas tailored to each individual's needs.

    Les Miraculeux offers:

    • 100% plant-based formulas offering optimal concentrations of active ingredients.
    • Carefully selected plant extracts and active ingredients.
    • Methodical manufacturing and control processes for impeccable quality and safety.

    Our commitment extends to our packaging: our jars are reusable and made from 100% recyclable PET!

    A positive brand that is close to and attentive to its customers

    In fact, we have thought of everything to create everyday dietary supplements that boost morale: graphic charter, responses to consumers' health needs, brand identity. In addition to the effectiveness of the active ingredients, we strive to provide a fun consumer experience that makes self-care enjoyable and includes our community at the heart of the brand. We also regularly carry out co-developments in order to create unique formulas with our community that meet their needs.

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    Do you have any labels or certifications?

    All our gummies are developed and manufactured in France under the best sanitary conditions. Each of our formulas is declared to the French Directorate-General for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control (DGCCRF) before being marketed, in accordance with Directive 2006/352.

    Our laboratory is also ISO 9001, 22000, and 22716 certified, guaranteeing optimal quality and standards. All our products are also tested by a COFRAC-accredited microbiological analysis laboratory before being placed on the market.

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    Dimidi, E., Zdanaviciene, A., Christodoulides, S., Taheri, S., Louis, P., Duncan, P. I., Emami, N., Crabbé, R., De Castro, C. A., McLean, P., Bergonzelli, G. E., Whelan, K., & Mark Scott, S. (2019). Randomized clinical trial: Bifidobacterium lactis NCC2818 probiotic vs placebo, and impact on gut transit time, symptoms, and gut microbiology in chronic constipation. Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics, 49(3), 251–264. https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.15073

    Johri R. K. (2011). Cuminum cyminum and Carum carvi: An update. Pharmacognosy reviews, 5(9), 63–72. https://doi.org/10.4103/0973-7847.79101

    Ojima MN, Gotoh A, Takada H, et al. Bifidobacterium bifidum Suppresses Gut Inflammation Caused by Repeated Antibiotic Disturbance Without Recovering Gut Microbiome Diversity in Mice. Front Microbiol. 2020;11:1349. Published 2020 Jun 18. doi:10.3389/fmicb.2020.01349

    Seddik, H. A., Bendali, F., Gancel, F., Fliss, I., Spano, G., & Drider, D. (2017). Lactobacillus plantarum and Its Probiotic and Food Potentialities. Probiotics and antimicrobial proteins, 9(2), 111–122. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12602-017-9264-z

    Turroni, F., Duranti, S., Bottacini, F., Guglielmetti, S., Van Sinderen, D., & Ventura, M. (2014). Bifidobacterium bifidum as an example of a specialized human gut commensal. Frontiers in microbiology, 5, 437. https://doi.org/10.3389/fmicb.2014.00437

    Turroni, F., Duranti, S., Milani, C., Lugli, G. A., van Sinderen, D., & Ventura, M. (2019). Bifidobacterium bifidum: A Key Member of the Early Human Gut Microbiota. Microorganisms, 7(11), 544. https://doi.org/10.3390/microorganisms7110544

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    Partnership between Natura Force and Nahibu

    Partnership between Natura Force and Nahibu

    Meet Thierry Sestrieres, founder of the French company Natura Force.

     

    What is the story behind Natura Force?

    Natura Force is a French brand of natural and organic dietary supplements for fitness and well-being. We specialize in the development and production of high-end supplements that are 100% natural and organic. Natura Force was born out of a desire to offer people the opportunity to supplement their diet naturally, using the best products on the planet, selected according to specific criteria (naturalness, purity, and effectiveness).

    It was after returning from a long trip to South America, where I discovered superfoods such as maca and guarana, that I decided to import these products to France in order to offer more natural alternatives to people who wanted to take care of their health in ways other than purely pharmaceutical and sometimes purely chemical products. At the time, to my knowledge, there was no brand of organic supplements in France with such high standards. The aim was to create a truly trustworthy brand offering dietary supplements on the one hand and nutritional products that are easy to consume and, above all, healthy on the other. Above all, we want to promote better living through a more balanced, natural, and organic diet.

    What dietary supplements do you offer?

    Our range consists of three types of products: dietary supplements in the strict sense of the term (omega 3, magnesium, etc.), nutritional products or superfoods (chia seeds, goji berries, sweet potato flour, etc.), and natural, cold-pressed drinks (sea buckthorn juice, chia seed juice, etc.).

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    Who are your products for? 

    Our products offer specific and varied benefits and can be adapted to suit everyone's needs. Whether you are a student, a senior citizen, a high-level athlete, or simply someone looking to improve your well-being, our products can easily be adapted to your daily life.

     

    What expertise do you offer?

    Natura Force specializes in the design and manufacture of natural and organic dietary supplements. Our products are designed to be as effective as possible thanks to their bioavailability and the different concentrations of active ingredients they contain. We are certified Agriculture AB Bio, GMP, and HACCP. Some of our products are also fair trade, and most of our products, with a few exceptions, are manufactured in France.

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    Partnership between Naturamind and Nahibu

    Partnership between Naturamind and Nahibu

    Naturamind, relearn how to do yourself and the planet good!

    Naturamind, a brand committed to responsible ethics.

    Naturamind was founded in 2016, born from the idea of a doctor of pharmacy who wanted to develop a unique concept with meticulously selected ingredients and original packaging for high-quality natural products that meet the concerns of tomorrow's consumers. Two years later, Yann Wenz took over the reins and steered the brand in a more environmentally friendly direction.

    In the wake of health, food, and climate crises, we have become well aware that our behaviors have a real impact, too often a negative one! At Naturamind, we are convinced that, each at our own level, we can improve the course of events by becoming the primary actors in our own well-being. Indeed, we can change our behaviors to positively impact our environment, our fitness, our health, and, in a way, our happiness.

    Can you tell us about your product range?

    We have developed a range of organic, natural, eco-designed dietary supplements manufactured in France with a distinctive identity thanks to their original and distinctive packaging: sumptuous glass bottles reminiscent of the distant origins of phytotherapy and herbal medicine. By taking great care and applying high standards in the selection of raw materials, we offer formulas based on bio-sourced active ingredients, sourced from extensive harvesting, with the right dosage for an optimized effect on the body. We have high standards when it comes to the traceability, naturalness, and effectiveness of our products.

    In particular, we want to be the preferred partner of active people in the broadest sense of the term, who are involved on all fronts (family, social, professional, personal, etc.), but who above all seek balance and harmony in their lives and want to flourish in all these roles without sacrificing any of them. It is therefore for these people who literally want to live life to the fullest that we have created this short, simple, and accessible range, which allows as many people as possible to find the solution that suits them, to be taken alone or in combination. Everyone can thus tailor their treatment to their own needs at any given time.

    A daily ritual where you take care of yourself, where you do yourself good while preserving the planet, a well-deserved personal break after taking care of everyone around you.

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    What are the health and wellness benefits of taking these dietary supplements?

    We use the best that nature has to offer to help you achieve better health and balance. Certified by the European Commission, Naturamind dietary supplements are meticulously designed to provide the daily dose needed to have a real effect on the body and its needs. Available in tablets or vegetable capsules, the products are formulated from ingredients that are predominantly sourced from organic farming. All these active ingredients are effective over time, which is why it is recommended to take courses of treatment of varying lengths depending on the product. Naturamind dietary supplements are suitable for everyone, including vegetarians, as our capsules are made from vegetable gelatin rather than animal gelatin. 

    Medical and pharmacological expertise

    The formulas are designed in-house by health experts. This healthier and more balanced approach is based on scientific findings from phytotherapy and on the principles of traditional and universal medicine that have been proven over thousands of years.

    Certifications

    • Certified by the European Commission: Naturamind products carry health claims certified by the European Commission, which means that each selected plant, combined with a daily dosage, has a real impact on the body and its needs.
    • ECOCERT organic certification: a long-standing player in organic farming certification, Ecocert has been recognized for its independence, competence, and impartiality for over 30 years.

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    Organic & Natural

    The Naturamind team takes particular care and is highly selective in its choice of bio-based active ingredients, constantly seeking innovations to establish itself as a genuine healthy alternative to chemical substances. The products contain no additives that could alter the quality and effectiveness of the plant. They are made from whole or partial plants, algae, and bee products, recognized for their benefits and guaranteed GMO-free, preservative-free, and allergen-free.

    Eco-designed

      • Aware of environmental issues, the bottles containing the vegetable capsules or tablets are made of 100% recyclable or reusable tinted glass.
      • This distinctive and meaningful packaging made from sustainable materials guarantees optimal preservation of the active ingredients over time and can be reused as a beautiful decorative object.
      • 100% eco-friendly packaging: the glass bottles are protected by recycled cardboard.

    Made in France 

    Harvested in their country of origin, the plants or plant extracts are received, analyzed, and then checked in independent French laboratories, before being incorporated into a controlled production process: blending and assembly in a galenic format, adapted to a dosage aimed at optimizing treatment compliance, then packaged in different pill box formats or, in the case of liquid forms, in glass ampoules.

    A holistic approach to well-being

    We are convinced that each of us, at our own level, is and must be an active participant in our own well-being (mental, physical, environmental, etc.)

    The guarantee of a successful customer experience

    We work closely with our customers, providing them with personalized advice from our health experts to meet their specific needs.

    Highly responsive customer service via email, telephone, and social media.

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    Nahibu: steps for analyzing your stool sample

    Nahibu: steps for analyzing your stool sample

    Nahibu: the steps involved in analyzing your stool sample

    How is your sample tested? Nahibu analyzes the genes of the bacteria contained in your stool sample, which requires several successive steps carried out by highly qualified technicians who are experienced in this type of procedure. What are these different steps and why are my results not instantly uploaded to the results platform upon receipt of my sample?

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    1) Receipt of your stool sample

    Upon receipt of the sample by Nahibu, an initial quality control check is performed.

     It will then be sent for sequencing at our partner laboratory.

    2) DNA extraction

    Next, the bacterial DNA is extracted in a laboratory dedicated to this operation, following a delicate protocol. The manipulations are carried out with great care in a dedicated space so as not to contaminate the sample with DNA from external sources. This crucial step requires the utmost precision as it can impact the results.

    The aim is to obtain the purest bacterial DNA in sufficient quantity for sequencing. The protocol consists of a series of steps involving different solutions and centrifugation. At the end of the extraction process, a quality control check is carried out again to ensure that there is enough DNA to provide reliable results.

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    3) Preparing DNA libraries

    DNA cannot be sequenced as is. It is therefore fragmented and DNA libraries are prepared (one library for each sample), which takes several days.

    The purpose of this step is to obtain fragments of uniform size with adapters at their ends to ensure proper analysis. Once the libraries have been prepared, they undergo quality control and normalization.

    4) Sequencing 

    Next comes the sequencing of DNA fragments. This step uses high-tech machines called sequencers, which identify the nucleotides present on the DNA strands.

    Nucleotides are the basic building blocks of DNA or RNA. There are four types of nucleotides in DNA: A, C, G, and T. Sequencing and library preparation are performed by qualified individuals trained in these procedures. The protocols are long and complex, and it takes practice to follow them correctly.

    At the end of the sequencing process, DNA sequences are obtained, i.e., the sequence of different nucleotides. Nucleotides can be compared to words, whose sequence forms sentences, or sequences. The meaning of the sentences can be likened to genes.

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    5) Interpretation of results

    Once the sample has been sequenced, raw data is obtained: a sequence of A, T, C, or G constituting fragments (known as reads) of the microbiota metagenome. This data is stored in files that can weigh several gigabytes.

    A pre-analysis is performed to check the quality of the sequencing. If the check is validated, the analysis continues. This analysis makes sense of these result files through bioinformatics processing, or data analysis. This consists of a series of steps that take several days to finally map the microbiota and interpret it in functional terms.

    From the identified genes, we determine the species present in your microbiota; this is called taxonomic analysis. For this step, we use various software programs commonly used in metagenomic analysis. The results of this software allow us to calculate the richness (the number of different species present) as well as the enterotype (the type of bacteria most represented in your microbiota).

    At Nahibu, we don't stop at simply listing the bacteria detected in your sample. We group the genes present in the microbiota into large functional families called functional modules according to their impact on the body's metabolic pathways. This allows us to explain yohttps://nahibu.com/microbiote-intestinal/e and thus identify its potential strengths and weaknesses.

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    6) Receiving your analysis results

    Once all these steps have been completed, your results will be available in your Nahibu personal space in the form of a report with a map of your microbiota and a functional analysis of it.

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    Nahibu: presentation of the sampling kit.

    Nahibu: presentation of the sampling kit.

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    The Nahibu gut microbiota analysis kit.

    The Nahibu kit is a fecal sample collection kit that can be used at home without any medical intervention. The contents of the kit and the collection method are described in a user manual provided in the Nahibu kit box. The kit consists of three items:

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    A tube: 

    A tube with a screw cap. This is the tube used to collect the sample. A plastic spoon is attached to the lid, allowing approximately 1g of stool to be collected (the amount needed for sequencing). At the bottom of the tube are 4 ml of DNA stabilizer. This stabilizer ensures that the sample is properly preserved at room temperature.
    It inactivates the viral load and limits the proliferation of fungi and bacteria.

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    Feces Catcher: 

    The Feces Catcher (Stool Trap) is a hygienic, easy-to-use, biodegradable stool sample collection device consisting of a disposable piece of paper that is placed on the toilet seat. Instructions are printed directly on each stool catcher for ease of use. By placing the Feces Catcher on the toilet seat,
    the sample is protected from possible sources of contamination, such as residual bleach, urine, etc.

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    Shuttlepuch:

    Shuttlepuch is a plastic pouch containing absorbent paper. It allows the tube to be transported safely and securely. Once closed, if the tube opens or leaks, everything will be absorbed by the paper in the pouch.

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