EM or effective microorganisms

Effective Microorganisms (EMs), or Effective Microorganisms (EMs), are a mixture of aerobic (requiring oxygen to survive) and anaerobic microorganisms used in agriculture. These bacteria are harmless microorganisms that enhance the natural resistance of soil, plants, water, animals, and humans. Developed by EMRO, the principle of effective microorganisms is to naturally improve the environment for healthy food production. The goal of effective microorganisms is to reduce or even eliminate the use of fertilizers, detergents, and other chemicals.

The major families of microorganisms

Generally, there are three main families of effective microorganisms , depending on their actions:

• Destructive microorganisms: This first family of EM represents approximately 10% of all existing microorganisms. They cause degeneration, putrefaction or oxidation of the environment in which they evolve, which can have after-effects on this environment.
• Constrictor microorganisms: also representing 10% of existing EM, they aid in regeneration, fermentation and play an antioxidant role in the environments in which they live. They reverse entropy phenomena and provide more energy and nutrients while improving their environment.
• Neutral EMs: These are part of the last family of microorganisms and are the most predominant. They only act according to the tendency of the EMs with which they are mixed.

How EMs work

Thanks to EM, the planet has become an environment suitable for various life forms. These bacteria have greatly contributed to our current evolution. They are characterized by the production of organic matter from inorganic elements.

Effective microorganisms play a role in transforming milk into cheese, grape juice into wine, hops into beer, etc. In agriculture, they help fertilize soils by providing them with necessary minerals.

Depending on the desired objectives, effective microorganisms are mixed, and their effects are gradual. Results on soil quality can be achieved from a few hours to several years.

Fermentation

Fermentation is a preservation technique that allows the multiplication of effective microorganisms. This process produces a substance rich in bioactive elements: alcohols, organic acids, enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, antioxidants, etc. No harmful derivatives are created during the fermentation process.

This process also helps improve the quality of foods such as dairy products and their derivatives, or wine. Fermentation gives rise to a superior quality product rich in nutrients (enzymes, vitamins, organic acids, antioxidants, etc.).

In agriculture, fermentation aids in the production of nutrient-rich natural fertilizers. Through this process, microorganisms are effective at fertilizing soils. The bioactive substances are also easily exploited by plants. These substances fertilize soils by promoting water retention.

The principle of dominance

Effective microorganisms and harmful EMs are in a constant battle. In the case of neutral EMs, the action will be guided by the microorganisms that win the battle.

When beneficial microorganisms predominate, their positive influence is exerted on neutral microorganisms. This results in an improvement or regeneration of their environment. In agriculture, plants gain nutrients and develop a more robust immune system. They are more resistant to pest attacks and diseases, which reduces the use of chemicals.

On the contrary, if harmful EMs dominate, there will be degeneration, putrefaction or oxidation of the soil which becomes sterile.

The effects and benefits of EM on the human body

Effective microorganisms are already present within the human body, without causing any harm to their host. Commensal MEs can be present transiently or remain permanently in their host. The MEs present on the body are called microbiota and are concentrated in the digestive tract (intestinal flora), or in the mucous membranes of the body (vaginal flora, oral mucosa, etc.). External ME intake is generally used to correct the imbalance of microorganisms in the body. But they also help the body gain important nutrients.

Food supplements based on effective microorganisms

However, harmful EMs can sometimes proliferate more quickly in the body than effective EMs. Taking antibiotics can also disrupt the balance of the bacteria that make up the human body's natural microbiota. As a result, the imbalance causes health problems.

But research has revealed the possibility of providing the human body with effective microorganisms. These microorganisms are generally the result of natural fermentation culture, the aim being to multiply efficient EM.

These bacteria are then used as dietary supplements in the form of drinks, such as EMX Gold. EM bacteria then serve to naturally strengthen these microorganisms. During the fermentation period, EM bacteria produce minerals and elements useful for the body: vitamins, enzymes, etc.

These EM concentrates are then used to treat various abnormalities such as infectious or antibiotic-related diarrhea, vaginal or intestinal infections, etc.

Effective microorganisms in the form of probiotics

Probiotics are micronutrients used as food additives or supplements. These microorganisms are beneficial to health by acting directly on the intestinal, oral, or vaginal flora.

Generally, these are effective microorganisms that stop the proliferation of harmful EM in the body. They also help the immune system become more efficient and have a direct antimicrobial effect. Lactic acid bacteria are among these effective EM that act on the human body. They include lactobacilli, bifidobacteria, and streptococci, among others.

Probiotics are generally present in food products that have required fermentation: yogurts, cheeses, etc. They are generally used as food supplements, but can also be used to strengthen antibiotics.

Composition of effective microorganisms

Essentially, EMs are a mixture of aerobic (living with oxygen) and anaerobic (living without oxygen) microorganisms. They are primarily microorganisms harvested or cultivated in nature.

For a long time, scientists believed that these groups of microorganisms could not coexist. However, it is these bacteria that are the cause of EM.

Each group of microorganisms (aerobic and anaerobic) has the ability to cause disease, but also to provide solutions. Commonly, they have the ability to convert inorganic matter into organic matter, thus providing beneficial effects to the soil.

Each group of microorganisms in EM plays a key role. Their combination helps to multiply the individual beneficial effects of each bacterium, and in a synergistic manner.