LAB and Balanced Health
Can LAB Help with Parasites, Viruses, Bacterial or Fungal Imbalance?
Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) is a cornerstone of Korean Natural Farming and other regenerative systems for good reason—it’s powerful, adaptable, and safe. But can it really help with parasites, viruses, or microbial imbalances? Let’s break it down.
What is LAB?
LAB stands for Lactic Acid Bacteria—a group of beneficial microbes that thrive in slightly acidic, low-oxygen environments. They’re naturally found in fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, and kimchi, and they play a major role in digestion, immunity, and decomposition.
In KNF, we grow LAB using rice water and milk to create a powerful microbial serum that’s safe for plants, animals, soil, and compost.
What LAB Can Help With
Bacterial Imbalance — ✅ YES
LAB is best known for restoring microbial balance:
Outcompetes harmful bacteria by producing lactic acid
Colonizes surfaces and guts to occupy microbial niches
Reduces ammonia and odor in litter and bedding
Whether you’re dealing with gut dysbiosis in animals or imbalance in soil or compost, LAB is your ally.
Fungal Imbalance — ✅ YES (Indirect)
While LAB doesn’t kill fungi directly, it:
Creates an environment unfavorable to mold, mildew, and yeasts
Competes for resources and space
Helps beneficial fungi thrive by maintaining a balanced microbiome
Use it to suppress conditions that promote fungal outbreaks.
Viruses — ✅ Indirectly
LAB doesn’t destroy viruses—but it strengthens the system they target:
Promotes gut health and mucosal defenses
Enhances immune readiness
Some studies show LAB can interfere with viral attachment and replication in hosts
Use LAB regularly to build resilience, especially in animal environments and during seasonal transitions.
Parasites — ✅ Mild Support
LAB isn’t a dewormer, but it does:
Maintain gut pH levels that are less favorable to parasites
Strengthen the gut lining and digestive enzyme profile
Support other anti-parasitic inputs (e.g. herbs like garlic, wormwood)
Use it as a support tool in a broader parasite management strategy.
Quick Reference Table
| Issue | LAB Support? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Parasites | ✅ Mild | Helps maintain gut environment—not a cure |
| Virus | ✅ Indirect | Boosts microbial and immune defenses |
| Bacterial imbalance | ✅✅ Strong | LAB’s primary benefit |
| Fungal imbalance | ✅ Supports balance | Lowers pH, competes for microbial territory |
Final Thoughts
LAB isn’t a silver bullet—but it is a powerful ally. When used regularly in your KNF routine, it improves microbial conditions across your entire system. From deep litter and compost to foliar sprays and fermented feed, LAB brings balance and resilience.
Want to try it yourself? Check out our LAB Pure Stock & Serum Recipe Card Download for a step-by-step recipe guide.
