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Ara Katz: Founder of SEED

Episode 69: Is Your Probiotic Actually Working? How Strain-Specific Science Impacts the Gut Microbiome – with Seed Co-Founder Ara Katz



Episode Summary:


In this episode of the BiohackerBlondie Podcast, Jenny Jones sits down with Ara Katz, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Seed Health, to uncover the science behind probiotics, the vaginal microbiome, and how gut health influences everything from immunity and skin to metabolism and mood.


Ara shares the journey of founding Seed, why most probiotics on the market are ineffective, and how Seed's research-backed products are changing the way we think about health—starting at birth. This episode also dives into the difference between marketing myths and real clinical validation in the world of wellness supplements.


🔬 What You’ll Learn:


The Birth of Seed Health:

  • How Ara's postpartum experience sparked a mission to educate on microbiome science.

  • The vision behind creating science-first, clinician-developed probiotics.


Why Most Probiotics Don’t Work:

  • The problem with CFU counts and shelf-stable claims.

  • The importance of strain specificity and clinically-validated dosing.


DS-01® Daily Synbiotic (Adults):

  • Contains 24 strains and a dual prebiotic compound.

  • Supports gut health, skin health, cardiovascular function, and more.

  • Features patented ViaCap® delivery system to ensure survivability.


PDS-08™ Pediatric Daily Synbiotic (Ages 3–17):

  • 9 probiotic strains + 5g prebiotic fiber.

  • Helps with bowel function, immune support, skin health, and respiratory health.

  • Tasteless powder sticks designed for easy daily use.


VS-01™ Vaginal Synbiotic:

  • Clinically-studied suppository with Lactobacillus crispatus strains.

  • Designed to restore and maintain vaginal health.

  • Shown to stabilize the vaginal microbiome in 90% of women within 21 days.


Importance of the Vaginal Microbiome:

  • Why women need more than oral probiotics for vaginal health.

  • How vaginal birth and breastfeeding establish a baby’s microbiome.


Gut-Skin Connection:

  • How gut health directly impacts skin clarity, inflammation, and hydration.

  • The role of the gut microbiome in systemic inflammation.


Microbiome Science & Misinformation:

  • Ara breaks down why marketing buzzwords like "gut healing" can be misleading.

  • The difference between postbiotics, probiotics, and prebiotics.


Seed’s Science-Backed Innovation:

  • Every product is developed with researchers and clinicians.

  • Clinical trials, genomic validation, and third-party testing set Seed apart.

  • Seed partners with leading labs like the Mason Lab and Dr. Jacques Ravel.


Favorite Quotes from Ara:

  • "We don't sell wellness. We translate science."

  • "Your body is an ecosystem, not a machine."


Products & Resources Mentioned:

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  • Disclaimer:


    This episode is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional before starting any new treatments or protocols.


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