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What to look for in a probiotic supplement |
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National Enzyme News
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Written by Bryan Scribner
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Friday, 28 August 2009 |
To sufficiently repopulate the digestive tract, look for a probiotic supplement with 3 billion or more beneficial organisms.
The best probiotics are enclosed in vegetarian capsules with no added fillers.
There are several strains of probiotics that can contribute to digestive health and wellness.
A synergistic mix of probiotic strains, enclosed in a single supplement, provide specific benefits:
Bifidobacterium bifidum
Found to reduce colon inflammation, strengthen the immune system, improve allergies and inhibit bacterial overgrowth
Bifidobacterium longum
Stimulates the immune system and provides gastrointestinal support during antibiotic use
Lactobacillus acidophilus
Creates a positive environment in which other probiotics thrive and inhibits the growth of invasive bacteria
Lactobacillus casei
Stimulates growth of beneficial organisms, enhances immunity, improves digestion and reduces milk intolerance
Lactobacillus plantarum
Reduces the movement of bacteria from the gut to internal organs and helps with the discomfort associated with malabsorption
Lactobacillus rhamnosis
Colonizes and protects the small intestine, inhibits growth of harmful bacteria and helps with lactose intolerance and diarrhea
Lactobacillus salivarius
Supports bowel health and strengthens the immune system
Click here to learn more about how probiotics contribute to wellness.
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Last Updated ( Friday, 28 August 2009 )
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Probiotic therapy helps patients with restless legs |
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National Enzyme News
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Written by Bryan Scribner
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Friday, 21 August 2009 |
An interesting, albeit short, story from the Belleville News-Democrat in mid-August asserts there is a link between Restless Legs Syndrome and intestinal bacteria.
In a small study, a gastroenterologist from Washington University in St. Louis looked at how an antibiotic, probiotics and zinc might play a role in relieving irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and RLS.
The doctor studied 13 people who suffered from IBS and RLS. Following treatment, all of the subjects experienced relief from IBS symptoms, and 10 showed improvement in the leg condition, the News-Democrat reports.
Of note, the doctor who conducted the study is a consultant and speaker for the marketer of the antibiotic. |
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Black box warning on inflammatory drugs cautions users of cancer risk |
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National Enzyme News
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Written by Bryan Scribner
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Friday, 14 August 2009 |
Drugs called TNF blockers, used for rheumatoid arthritis, Chron’s disease and other inflammatory conditions, might cause cancer in children.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is now mandating a “black box” warning label on drugs such as Remicade, Enbrel and Humira. These and other TNF blockers could increase the risk of lymphoma and other cancers in children and adolescents, according to HealthScout in early August.
The drugs could also cause leukemia, lung cancer, fungal infections and psoriasis, HealthScout reports. |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 14 August 2009 )
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Alternative care takes 11 percent of out-of-pocket health costs |
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National Enzyme News
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Written by Bryan Scribner
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Friday, 31 July 2009 |
Americans now spend about $34 billion per year on alternative therapies, according to several reports July 31.
That out-of-pocket figure came from a survey of 23,000 Americans from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and National Institutes of Health.
The $34 billion represents growth of more than 25 percent for alternative therapies in the past 10 years, USA Today reports. The study also reveals the following:
- Alternative therapies get 11 percent of the total Americans spend out-of-pocket on health care
- 38 percent of adults have used complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in the past year
- 12 percent of children have used CAM in the past year
- $22 billion of the $34 billion goes to therapies people purchase without the recommendation of a health care practitioner
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Last Updated ( Friday, 31 July 2009 )
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