Probiotic supplements - regularily?

Question

Having a bout of ibs, and bought a probiotic supplement. Already know the good effects of it, but curious on if there are any bad side effects especially taken long term? For instance if anti-biotics can help with acne, can probiotics make it worse?

Also looking for a recommendation for one. Was a little thrown off by the price $20 for 14 capsules, at a local pharmacy, guessing I could get it for less at a GNC or health food store. Also do eat yogurt, but typically organic, and without the high fructose corn sugars as in the Activia or the other ones that theyre advertising with the extra cultures.

Answer 1

Probiotics promote the re-growth of naturally good bacterias residing int he human intestines. While antibiotics blindly kill everything in their way, probiotics only affect possitively the good bacterias. Of course, by increasing the population of the good bacterias in the colon, you will keep in ckeck the bad ones automatically to a large degree.

The way you co-relate antibiotics and probiotics is not right. One thing doesn't have to do any thing with the other.

If you want a good probiotics formula, look for one by Solgar in Whole Foods or in any Health Food Store. Watch: they're always expensive!

Good luck! :)

Answer 2

Hi, probiotics, also called “beneficial bacteria”, are becoming more and more popular. Acidophilus is one of the best and most researched probiotic bacteria out there right now. It may seem strange, but not all bacteria are bad. Actually, probiotic bacteria are essential for the body so that it can digest food properly and absorb minerals. An imbalance of intestinal bacteria (microflora) is often associated with many diseases from yeast infections to colon cancer. By taking a nutritional supplement or eating foods containing probiotic bacteria, you can help support and modify the composition of the microflora in your large intestine. These microflora assist digestion, protect against disease-causing bacteria, and stimulate the immune system. Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacteria longum have a central role in the intestinal flora and provide many health benefits. Even though it is associated with dairy, Bifidobacteria longum assists in the breakdown of lactose and relieves some of the symptoms of lactose intolerance such as flatulence and bloating. When choosing a probiotic supplement, look for one that contains Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacteria longum. The supplement should be in a “super-capsule,” as regular capsules won’t protect the bacteria all the way through the stomach. Similar to foods, look for a freshness date that guarantees the amount of probiotic bacteria at the time of purchase, rather than just at the time of manufacture.
Jason Homan

Answer 3

Probiotics are good just 'because' - maybe we have lots of stress...or our diets are not great, or on antibiotics, birthcontrol, etc...(all these increase potential for raising levels of unwanted bacteria) So daily use is fine. I like Dr Udo's brand...but shop around a bit. I do know the most effective ones are ones you buy in a refridgerated section and keep in fridge at home. I think I've paid $22 for 30 capsules...so again shop around. The amount in yogurt is better than none, but not the same concentration as supplements. Also the herb Olive Leaf has great effects on bacteria, as does garlic and the herb Pau d'arco...so you can always switch up what you use monthly etc.

Answer 4

In the 1950s, it is estimated that about 40% of a family's income was spent on food. Today that number is much, much lower but the food we're eating has very poor nutrition and is also missing things like probiotics, which your ancestors found regularly in their diet.

So when you look at the price of high quality dietary supplements, consider that you're paying for what is no longer in your food and it's really that food which is expensive because it provides so little value for your dollar.

Answer 5

I use and recommend all natural Optiflora. It's actually a two-product system which includes Probiotic (Bifidus & Acidophilus...microflora) + Prebiotic (FOS...food source for microflora). Because of its encapsulation process, guaranteed delivery of 500 million live microflora to intestines.

Answer 6

try activia ( yogurt) and get pearls at whole foods

Answer 7

Please use natural supplements:

http://www.mynsp.com/olga/products/Categories.aspx

Let me know if you have any questions.

Olga Strickland
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