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Low maternal vitamin D can affect fetus immunity and pass on gut microbes
An analysis found that a pregnant mother’s nutritional status can influence not only fetal bone health but also lifelong immune function and the formation of the gut microbiome. Because a fetus cannot produce vitamin D, the mother’s blood vitamin D level is directly reflected in the baby. It noted that 1 in 4 pregnant or breastfeeding women is vitamin D deficient. A researcher outlined potential risks and practical steps, including testing and supplementation with medical advice.
Industry
Hecto Healthcare CEO Kim Seok-jin says the gut is an ecosystem of balance and diversity
Hecto Healthcare said on May 26 that its CEO Kim Seok-jin (김석진) appeared in a JTBC documentary to explain the gut microbiome ecosystem and criteria for selecting probiotics. Kim described the gut as a “second brain” linked to immune, metabolic and brain health and highlighted the importance of managing gut health. He said a healthy gut depends on balance and diversity among microbes and stressed checking guaranteed live counts and scientific validation when choosing probiotics.
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Hecto Healthcare holds VIP private class on gut health
Hecto Healthcare said on Wednesday it held a private health class for VIP customers through its premium probiotics brand De Simone in collaboration with lifestyle brand Iyayiyaa & Friends. The event, held at a private lounge near Dosan Park in Seoul, focused on microbiome-based healthcare and healthy ingredients. It featured a lecture by a doctor, product trials and expert consultations, including a Q&A session.