Nourish & Protect

dsm‑firmenich’s approach focuses on restoring microbial balance and resilience, recognizing that microbiome diversity and composition are closely linked to biological age. Rather than attempting to eliminate “bad bacteria,” the strategy aims to support a stable, diverse, and functional microbiome capable of coping with age‑related stressors. This strategy comes to life in Nourish & Protect, a consumer‑ready cap‑in‑cap solution that targets dysbiosis through a dual action combining Humiome® Post LB (postbiotic) and Humiome® B2 (the first biotic vitamin). Instead of addressing symptoms of aging, it supports the gut ecosystem at its root. Humiome® Post LB is a clinically studied postbiotic shown to support gastrointestinal wellbeing and gut barrier integrity—essential during aging, when a weakened gut wall can accelerate systemic inflammation. By helping maintain barrier resilience, it supports a more stable microbial environment.