May travels without stomach discomfort: probiotics, enzymes and postbiotics for a calm microbiome

The May holidays and long weekends are a time for travel, picnics, and a change of pace. But it is precisely these moments – new food, a change in routine, traveling by plane or car – that can trigger the well-known “traveler’s” stomach : bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and heaviness.

If you want to enjoy every day of your trip, restore your microbiome preventively by combining probiotics, enzymes, postbiotics, or natural symbiotics . Here's how.

Probiotics – the first line of defense when traveling

When it comes to travel, specific probiotic strains matter . Not all probiotics work the same, especially when it comes to protecting against gastrointestinal discomfort.

The most useful probiotics when traveling:

• Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG – a well-studied strain that prevents and relieves symptoms of diarrhea, especially caused by new foods or pathogens
  
• Lactobacillus bulgaricus – a traditional strain useful for maintaining a balanced microflora and improving digestion
  

Practical tip : Start taking a probiotic 3–5 days before your trip and continue throughout your stay. This prepares your gut flora and creates a protective “barrier” against pathogens.

Postbiotics – the future of gut health

Postbiotics are the next level – the active metabolites that are produced by the good bacteria and directly nourish the intestinal lining. The most important of these?

Butyric acid (butyrate) – a key postbiotic that:

• regenerates the intestinal wall
• reduces inflammation
• maintains an optimal pH environment
• helps with “leaky gut” and food sensitivities
  

While probiotics need time and a suitable environment, postbiotics act directly – especially important during sudden dietary changes and stress while traveling.

Turkey Tail and Poria Cocos – Symbiosis in Action

Mushrooms also have something to say about gut health – especially when it comes to:

Turkey tail (Trametes versicolor)

We call it a "natural symbiotic" because:

• delivers ready-made prebiotic compounds (beta-glucans) that nourish beneficial bacteria
• maintains the immune barrier in the intestinal mucosa
• facilitates recovery after intestinal infections
  

Poria Cocos (Poria cocos)

• a traditional Chinese mushroom used to improve digestion and absorption
• helps remove retained fluids and relieves swelling
• works in synergy with probiotics, enzymes and postbiotics for overall comfort
  

How to prepare for a trip

Zia ImmuniCare contains a precisely balanced formula of nine functional mushrooms, including Turkey Tail and Poria Cocos , along with beta-glucans and active components that support intestinal and immune function.

More practical tips:

• 2 ImmuniCare capsules in the morning on an empty stomach – start at least 3 days before travel
  
• Drink plenty of fluids while traveling , especially on a plane flight or long car rides.
  
• Combine with a probiotic (containing L. rhamnosus GG) and enzymes if you are traveling to a country with a different culinary culture
  
• Add vitamin C or collagen with butyric acid to support intestinal mucosa and immune defenses
  
  

Healthy stomach, easy journey – start with the microbiome

Gut comfort isn’t a matter of luck—it’s a matter of taking care of your microbiome beforehand . Probiotics, postbiotics, and mushrooms like Turkey Tail work synergistically to keep your gut at ease, even as you change time zones, cuisines, and climates.

Zia ImmuniCare provides you with a solid foundation to travel light, worry-free, and with full energy – whether you're on a mountain, at the seaside, or on a new culinary adventure.