When Water Isn’t Enough

The sun is shining, the days are longer, and you're probably reaching for your water bottle more often. But as global temperatures continue to rise, staying hydrated is no longer just about drinking water. There’s a deeper, gut-level story going on—one that could explain why you feel bloated, sluggish, or off in the heat.

Welcome to the microbiome era of wellness, where taking care of your gut is as essential as SPF.

☀️ Climate Heatwaves Are Changing Our Bodies

According to the World Health Organization, climate change is already affecting health outcomes worldwide, with heatwaves being one of the most dangerous threats to our well-being. [¹]

What’s less talked about is how heat stress impacts your gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria that regulate digestion, mood, immunity, and more. Research shows that exposure to high temperatures can reduce microbial diversity, damage the intestinal barrier, and trigger inflammation. [²] [³]

This is not just a theory. Animal and human studies alike confirm it: when your body is under thermal stress, your gut becomes more permeable (“leaky”), your digestion gets sluggish, and your resilience drops. [⁴]

💧 Why Water Isn’t Always Enough

Yes, hydration is crucial—but gut balance is what helps your body use that water effectively.

When you sweat excessively in the heat, you're not only losing water—you’re losing electrolytes and weakening your gut lining. A compromised gut makes it harder for your body to absorb nutrients, regulate energy, and stay balanced under stress. [⁵]

🌿 Enter Prebiotics: The Summer-Approved Gut Hack

To keep your microbiome healthy and your digestion on point, you need to feed your good gut bacteria—and that’s where prebiotic fiber comes in.

Unlike probiotics (which add bacteria), prebiotics act as fertilizer for the good microbes you already have. Studies have found that prebiotics improve gut integrity, reduce inflammation, and enhance your body’s immune and metabolic response—even under environmental stress. [⁶][⁷]

That’s why incorporating functional fiber daily is more important than ever in the summer months.

🥤 Vita Club: A Refreshing Way to Support Your Gut (and Beat the Heat)

Not in the mood to down another fiber bar? Say less.

Vita Club is a next-gen soda designed for this new reality:

• 5g of prebiotic fiber per can
  
  

• Low in sugar, high in feel-good bubbles
  
  

• Refreshing flavors (lemon ginger, raspberry) you’ll actually crave
  
  

It’s not just a tasty soda—it’s your microbiome’s new summer fling.

Whether you're biking to the farmer’s market, lounging on a floatie, or powering through a sweaty Zoom call, Vita Club makes gut support simple.

✨ Summer Gut Survival Tips

Pair your functional fizz with these easy lifestyle upgrades:

✅ Eat prebiotic-rich foods: Think chicory, bananas, oats, asparagus
✅ Avoid processed snacks: They harm your gut bacteria balance
✅ Stay cool—but don’t crash diet: Undereating can mess with microbiome health
✅ Hydrate + nourish: Combine fluids with functional foods for optimal absorption
✅ Move mindfully: Light exercise like walks or swimming can support digestion

🌍 A Changing Climate Calls for a Smarter Routine

It’s clear that we’re not just dealing with hotter days—we’re adapting to a hotter world. And the best way to take care of yourself in it? Support your body from the inside out.

Start with your gut. Add in hydration. And reach for smart swaps—like Vita Club—that make wellness feel like summer fun, not a chore.

Because soda should taste good and do good.

Sources
[1] WHO: “Climate change and health” – https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/climate-change-and-health
[2] Sun, Q. et al. (2022). “Heat stress alters gut microbiota and impairs intestinal barrier function.” Frontiers in Microbiology
[3] Choudhury, R. et al. (2019). “Environmental heat stress induces gut microbiome dysbiosis.” Physiological Reports
[4] Lambert, G.P. (2009). “Stress-induced gastrointestinal barrier dysfunction and its inflammatory effects.” Journal of Animal Science
[5] Institute of Medicine (2004). “Dietary Reference Intakes for Water, Potassium, Sodium, Chloride, and Sulfate.”
[6] Gibson, G.R. et al. (2017). “The concept of prebiotics revisited: a systematic review.” Gut
[7] Davani-Davari, D. et al. (2019). “Prebiotics: Definition, Types, Sources, Mechanisms, and Clinical Applications.” Foods