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Supporting Your Gut Health with Haskapa

Supporting Your Gut Health with Haskapa

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Mar 06, 2025

Supporting Your Gut Health with Haskapa

Gut health is more than a wellness trend—it’s an area of scientific research that continues to reveal just how deeply our microbiome influences overall health. By now, most people are familiar with the idea that trillions of bacteria live in our digestive system, shaping everything from immunity to brain function. We’ve moved past the basic advice of “eat more fibre” to a more nuanced understanding: the diversity of plant-based foods we consume is just as important as the quantity.

Leading nutritional research now encourages us to eat 30 different plant-based foods per week, as each type offers unique compounds that feed our gut bacteria in different ways. This diversity is key because a well-balanced microbiome is associated with improved digestion, better mental clarity, stronger immunity, and even cardiovascular health. In short, the health of your gut is directly tied to how you feel day to day.

Why Polyphenols Matter for Gut Health

Polyphenols are natural plant compounds that your gut bacteria love. When they break these compounds down, they encourage the growth of beneficial bacteria while reducing harmful strains. Anthocyanins, the polyphenol found in high levels in haskap berries, have been shown to increase populations of good bacteria like Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium. They also promote the production of short-chain fatty acids, which provide anti-inflammatory effects on the gut and help strengthen the gut barrier.

These effects on the microbiome are significant because a healthy gut isn’t just about digestion. Polyphenol-rich haskap berries are bursting with gut-friendly nutrients, which help feed our microbiome, contributing to overall wellness and supporting your body's natural functions.

Exciting New Research on Haskap Berries and the Gut

While research on polyphenols and gut health is well-established, studies specifically on haskap berries are still emerging. A major four-year study at Montana State University has begun to investigate how different haskap varieties influence the gut microbiome and how the bioactive compounds produced during digestion contribute to health benefits.

The length and scale of this research reflect just how promising haskap berries are for gut health. Long-term studies like this aren’t launched unless there’s strong preliminary evidence suggesting real potential. As more findings emerge, they could provide even deeper insights into how haskap berries support digestive health and overall wellbeing. We look forward to sharing the results when they are published.

Haskap: A Simple Way to Support Your Gut

Eating a wide variety of plant-based foods is essential for gut health, as different fibres and nutrients help support a diverse bacterial ecosystem. Haskap berries bring a unique mix of fibre and polyphenols, making them a powerful addition to a gut-friendly diet.

Haskapa Berry Powder, made from 100% pure haskap berries, is a convenient way to enjoy these benefits. Whether sprinkled on breakfast, blended into dressings, or stirred into warming dishes, this versatile superfood helps cultivate a thriving microbiome while delivering a burst of natural nutrition.

Boost Your Gut Health with These Simple Ideas

  • Savoury Soup & Stew Topper
    Mix Haskapa powder with chilli flakes, oregano, and sunflower seeds for an extra burst of flavour and gut-friendly nutrients.
  • Vibrant Salad Dressing
    Blend Haskapa powder with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey to create a delicious, nutrient-packed dressing.
  • Nourishing Breakfast Boost
    Stir Haskapa powder into hemp seeds, ground linseeds, chopped Brazil nuts, and walnuts for a fibre-rich topping on porridge, yogurt, or smoothies.

Adding small amounts of Haskapa powder to your meals is an easy way to increase your polyphenol intake and nourish your gut bacteria. Remember, variety is key—experiment with different combinations to find your perfect blend.

References

“NIFA Reporting Portal (NRP).” Usda.gov, 2025, portal.nifa.usda.gov/web/crisprojectpages/1032357-partnership-elucidating-gut-microbiota-dependent-health-impacts-of-haskap-berries-to-inform-agricultural-production-practices-that-will-maximize-bioactive-potential.html. Accessed 24 Feb. 2025.

Plamada, Diana, and Dan Cristian Vodnar. “Polyphenols—Gut Microbiota Interrelationship: A Transition to a New Generation of Prebiotics.” Nutrients, vol. 14, no. 1, 1 Jan. 2022, p. 137, www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/14/1/137, https://doi.org/10.3390/nu14010137.

Rupasinghe, H.P. Vasantha, et al. “The Potential Health Benefits of Haskap ( Lonicera Caerulea L.): Role of Cyanidin-3- O -Glucoside.” Journal of Functional Foods, vol. 44, May 2018, pp. 24–39, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jff.2018.02.023.

Verediano, Thaísa Agrizzi, et al. “Effects of Anthocyanin on Intestinal Health: A Systematic Review.” Nutrients, vol. 13, no. 4, 17 Apr. 2021, p. 1331, https://doi.org/10.3390/nu13041331.