Zack Abbott
Founder/CEO
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ZBiotics
Develops genetically engineered probiotics, including ZBiotics® Pre-Alcohol and Sugar-to-Fiber, using bioengineering techniques to modify _Bacillus subtilis_ strains. Pre-Alcohol breaks down acetaldehyde, a toxic byproduct of alcohol, in the gut to reduce hangover symptoms, while Sugar-to-Fiber converts dietary sugar into the prebiotic fiber levan, improving gut microbiome health.
- Biotechnology
Updated 23 months ago
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Problem
Many individuals experience unpleasant symptoms after alcohol consumption due to the buildup of acetaldehyde, a toxic byproduct of alcohol metabolism in the gut. Additionally, modern diets often lack sufficient fiber, which is crucial for maintaining a healthy gut microbiome.
Solution
ZBiotics develops genetically engineered probiotics to address these issues. Their Pre-Alcohol probiotic is designed to break down acetaldehyde in the gut, potentially reducing the severity of next-day effects after drinking alcohol. Their Sugar-to-Fiber probiotic converts dietary sugar into levan, a prebiotic fiber, which can improve gut microbiome health by increasing fiber intake and diversity. Both products utilize bioengineering techniques to modify _Bacillus subtilis_ strains, enabling them to perform specific functions within the digestive system.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals seeking to mitigate the after-effects of alcohol consumption and those looking to improve their gut health through increased fiber intake.
Features
- Pre-Alcohol contains a genetically engineered probiotic (_B. subtilis_ ZB183™) that produces an enzyme to break down acetaldehyde.
- Sugar-to-Fiber contains a genetically engineered probiotic (_B. subtilis_ ZB423™) that produces levansucrase, an enzyme that converts sucrose into levan fiber.
- Probiotics are delivered in a dormant endospore form for safe passage through the stomach to the intestines.
- Levan fiber supports a healthy and diverse microbiome.
- Products are designed to augment the gut's natural ability to digest acetaldehyde or increase fiber intake.