Lactobacillus Acidophilus and Bifidus
(Probiotics)

Description:

Acidophilus and bifidus are two of the most important strains of the Lactobacilli family of microflora which inhibit the gastrointestinal tract. These "good" bacteria are involved with immune system function, carcinogenesis, metabolism of cholesterol, aging, and nutritional status. The term probiotics is used to describe the health-promoting effects of friendly bacteria in the gut.

Physiological Functions:

• Reduces production of procarcinogens
• Inhibits the growth of :
  
  Clostridium perfringens
  Bacillus subtilis
  Candida ablicans
  Escherichia coli
  Bacillus cereus
  Klebsiella pneumoniae
  Proteus vulgaris
  L. bulgaricus
  L. fermenti
  L. lactis
  L. plantarum
  L. helveticus
  L. leichmannii
• Helps maintain optimum pH
• Reduces putrefaction
• Reduces endotoxemia

Indications:

• AIDS
• Allergies
• Candidiasis
• Chronic fatigue syndrome
• Constipation
• Crohn's disease
• Eczema
• Fibrocystic breast disease
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• PMS
• Rosacea
• Ulcerative colitis
• Post antibiotic therapy
• UTI

Dosage:

• Based on the number of live bacteria
• Daily: 1 - 10 billion viable L. acidophilus or L. bifidus

Drug/Nutrient Interactions:

• Alcohol negatively affects L. acidophilus and L. bifidus
• Antibiotics negatively affects L. acidophilus and L. bifidus

Adverse Reactions and Toxicity:

• None

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