Introduction: Gut Health Is the Foundation of Total Health

You’ve probably heard the phrase, “All health starts in the gut.” It’s not just hype — it’s backed by science. Your gut affects everything from digestion to immunity to mood. That’s why gut health supplements are one of the fastest-growing categories in wellness.

At Enhanced Labs, we specialize in formulating and manufacturing gut support products — from probiotics and prebiotics to digestive enzymes and functional shots. Whether you’re creating a supplement line for immunity, beauty, or wellness, gut health should be in the mix.

Let’s break down the best supplements for gut health, what each one does, and how to bring them to market.

What Is Gut Health and Why Does It Matter?

Your gut is home to:

  • Trillions of bacteria (your microbiome)
  • 70–80% of your immune system
  • A direct connection to your brain via the gut-brain axis
  • Enzymes, acids, and processes that digest and absorb nutrients

When the gut is off, people feel it — in bloating, fatigue, brain fog, breakouts, and poor digestion. That’s where smart supplementation can help.

The Core Gut Health Supplements

Let’s explore the heavy hitters we use in our Enhanced Labs private label formulations:

1. Probiotics

  • What they are: Live “good” bacteria that help balance the gut microbiome
  • What they do: Support digestion, immunity, and regularity
  • Popular strains: Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium longum, L. rhamnosus GG
  • Best format: Delayed-release capsules, gummies (spore-forming strains), or powders

We recommend clinically supported CFU counts (1–10B per serving) and strain-specific blends.

2. Prebiotics

  • What they are: Plant fibers that feed healthy bacteria
  • What they do: Improve microbiome diversity and probiotic effectiveness
  • Popular types: Inulin, FOS, GOS, chicory root
  • Best format: Powders or included in gummies and shots

Prebiotics help prevent bloating and gas by crowding out harmful microbes.

3. Digestive Enzymes

  • What they are: Proteins that help break down food
  • What they do: Reduce bloating, support absorption, ease food sensitivities
  • Types:
    • Protease (breaks down protein)
    • Lipase (breaks down fat)
    • Amylase (breaks down carbs)
    • Lactase (breaks down dairy)

Great in chewables, capsules, or added to protein-focused formulas.

4. Postbiotics

  • What they are: The metabolites and compounds produced by probiotics
  • Why they matter: Emerging research shows postbiotics may have anti-inflammatory and immune benefits
  • Common types: Butyrate, SCFAs, heat-killed probiotic strains

Ask us about advanced gut formulations with postbiotic support.

5. Gut-Soothing Botanicals

Pairing gut-friendly herbs with pre/probiotics boosts overall comfort and appeal:

  • Aloe vera – Soothes irritation
  • L-glutamine – Repairs gut lining
  • Slippery elm – Helps with leaky gut
  • Peppermint oil – Reduces gas and bloating

Popular Gut Health Stacks We Manufacture

  • Daily Gut Health Gummies: Probiotic + Prebiotic + Digestive Enzymes
  • 2 oz Digestive Shots: Apple cider vinegar + ginger + inulin
  • IBS Relief Capsules: L-glutamine + probiotics + marshmallow root

  • Gut-Brain Axis Blends: Probiotics + adaptogens + magnesium

Want to be innovative? Ask about pairing gut support with beauty, immunity, or focus benefits.

When to Take Gut Health Supplements

  • Probiotics: Morning on an empty stomach or with light food
  • Digestive enzymes: Right before meals
  • Prebiotics: Any time (consistency > timing)
  • Herbs/postbiotics: As directed, usually 1–2x/day with food

Help your customers stay on track with education cards or QR-code video guides — we can help design them.

Common Mistakes (And How We Avoid Them)

  • ❌ Overloading CFUs with no strain transparency
  • ❌ Combining probiotics with harsh manufacturing methods (kills them)
  • ❌ Ignoring gut-irritating sweeteners or fillers
  • ✅ We use tested strains, gentle processing, and thoughtful combinations

Gut Health Supplement Formats We Offer

  • ✅ Delayed-release probiotic capsules
  • ✅ Fiber-rich prebiotic powders
  • ✅ Gummy gut blends (vegan options available)
  • ✅ Digestive enzyme tablets or chews
  • ✅ Drink shots with ACV, ginger, or inulin
  • ✅ Full gut-immune stack packs

Whether you’re launching a single probiotic or a multi-SKU gut health line, we’ve got you covered.

Why Gut Health Is Big Business

  • “Gut health” search volume = 11,000+/mo
  • Probiotic market projected to hit $100B+ by 2030
  • Digestive complaints are one of the top 5 supplement use cases globally

 

This is a wide-open category — and our clean-label, custom-ready process gets you in the game quickly.

FAQs

Q: Can I combine probiotics and digestive enzymes in one product?
 Yes — we formulate combo capsules and shots that do just that.

Q: Do digestive enzymes really help with bloating?
 Yes — especially for protein, dairy, or high-carb meals.

Q: Is it okay to take prebiotics and probiotics together?
 Absolutely. In fact, prebiotics feed probiotics — we often stack them.

Want to Launch a Gut Health Supplement?

Healthy gut = happy customer = loyal brand fan. Whether you’re new to the space or ready to scale, Enhanced Labs is here to help.

Contact us to start building your gut health supplement line.
 From formulation to fulfillment, we’ll handle the science — you bring the brand.