probiotics
Akkermansia
Pendulum is the only company to successfully isolate and commercialize Akkermansia muciniphila, a keystone strain for gut lining integrity and metabolic health that was previously unavailable.
Quality & Materials
Contains a single strain: Akkermansia muciniphila WB-STR-0001. Formulated in a delayed-release capsule.
Evidence & Testing
Backed by a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial showing improvements in A1c levels and gut barrier function.
Brand Transparency
The company was founded by scientists and provides extensive white papers and peer-reviewed research on their specific strain.
Value Assessment
Extremely expensive ($115 for a one-time purchase), but unique. Value is high only for those specifically targeting metabolic health or gut lining issues.
Why Not Alternatives?
No other probiotic brand offers this specific strain. It is manufactured in a specialized anaerobic environment that competitors cannot replicate.
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