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December 8, 2025 14 mins

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What does it truly take to transform cutting-edge nutritional science into effective, trustworthy wellness solutions?

In this powerful, science-forward conversation, we sit down with Dr. Noelle Patno, PhD, MS, Chief Science Officer at Bened Life, to explore the real-world journey of turning microbiome research into clinically driven, high-integrity probiotic solutions.

Created for health entrepreneurs, supplement founders, medical professionals, researchers, nutritionists, dietitians, health coaches, naturopathic practitioners, and anyone deeply curious about the microbiome and how the gut influences both physical and mental health, this interview goes far beyond surface-level wellness trends. Dr. Patno breaks down:

  • The real science behind probiotics and the human microbiome
  • How food truly functions as medicine
  • What founders must understand about research, formulation, and regulatory integrity
  • How to avoid misinformation and low-quality supplement pitfalls
  • The growing role of personalized nutrition in clinical and consumer health
  • What it truly means to maintain scientific credibility while scaling a wellness brand

Whether you are:

  • Launching your first supplement brand
  • Expanding a nutrition-focused practice
  • Teaching or researching in medical or nutritional sciences
  • Or guiding clients through functional and holistic health

This conversation provides relevant, behind-the-scenes insight into how high-level science becomes real-world healing solutions—without compromising integrity.

📖 Read the full interview here.

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