Anaerostipes caccae (A. caccae) is a spore‑forming, gram‑variable, rod‑shaped,
non‑motile species of anaerobic bacteria that are commonly found in the human gut
microbiota, primarily in the lumen of the colon.1 A. caccae is part of the Bacillota
(formerly Firmicutes) phylum and is known for its role in fermenting carbohydrates,
acetate, and lactate and producing the short‑chain fatty acid (SCFA) butyrate.2–4 This
process is crucial for gut health, as butyrate supports intestinal barrier integrity and
healthy inflammatory responses.* Designs for Health’s Anaerostipes Probiotic is a live,
once daily probiotic and the only formula currently available to deliver A. caccae, which
has been preclinically shown to promote direct butyrate production in the lower
gastrointestinal (GI) tract.* Powered by butyrate production, this product promotes
microbiome diversity, GI barrier integrity, healthy immune and inflammatory responses,
and digestive health, including potentially supporting the digestion of commonly
challenging foods.
