Probiotics Supplements
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Probiotics Explained: Boost Your Gut Health
Did you know that diet, environment, stress, medication use, and genetics all affect the quality of our gut microbiome? Indeed, the microbiome refers to the collective community of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes, that live in and on the human body. Read more >-
NFH brings you a science-based intensive probiotic therapy to enhance recovery in their Recovery SAP formula. Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that are normally found in a healthy gastrointestinal system. When someone is experiencing digestive upset – which could range from bloating and indigestion to conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel diseases. Probiotic...
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Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that are normally found in a healthy gastrointestinal system. When someone is experiencing digestive upset – which could range from bloating and indigestion to conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel diseases. NFH brings you a science-based intensive probiotic therapy to enhance recovery in their Recovery SAP formula. Probiotic...
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NFH Restore SAP is multi-strain probiotic formulation that helps maintain a healthy gut flora, reduce risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea and support gastrointestinal health. Probiotics have long been studied for their numerous health benefits. Probiotics play a major role in restoring gut microbial flora with beneficial bacteria and improving symptoms of antibiotic associated diarrhea. Mul...
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Saccharomyes boulardii, found in S. Boulardii SAP from NFH is a yeast probiotic. S. boulardii has many mechanisms of action including inhibition of some bacterial toxins, anti-inflammatory properties, the ability to stimulate the intestinal mucosa to increase brush-border enzymes, as well as immunostimulatory effects. There is evidence that S. boulardii is beneficial for the treatment of acute ...
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ACIDOPHILUS ULTRA FROM NEW ROOTS HERBAL. Each of the 11 different probiotic cultures gives you a special benefit ; and each probiotic culture is delivered to a unique reception site along the intestines to make you healthier. Acidophilus Ultra's special formula of probiotics from New Roots Herbal is gluten free and contains no preservatives or artificial colours and flavours. [VCAPS]
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ACIDOPHILUS ULTRA FROM NEW ROOTS HERBAL NOW WITH 15 BILLION LIVE ACTIVE CELLS! Each of the 11 different probiotic cultures gives you a special benefit ; and each probiotic culture is delivered to a unique reception site along the intestines to make you healthier. Acidophilus Ultra's special formula of probiotics from New Roots Herbal is gluten free and contains no preservatives or artificial ...
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ACIDOPHILUS ULTRA FROM NEW ROOTS HERBAL NOW WITH 15 BILLION LIVE ACTIVE CELLS! Each of the 11 different probiotic cultures gives you a special benefit ; and each probiotic culture is delivered to a unique reception site along the intestines to make you healthier. Acidophilus Ultra's special formula of probiotics from New Roots Herbal is gluten free and contains no preservatives or artificial ...
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Specialized intestinal support, New Roots Bifido Builder Specialized Intestinal Support delivers 42 Billion+ live active probiotics safely to the intestines. Bifido Builder is a Bifidobacteria strain–only formula providing 42 billion CFUs of 5 proven Bifidobacteria strains. It delivers therapeutic, colonizing strains beneficial for immune performance. Known to be some of the most important micr...
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As a pure single strain, with potency-validated 5 billion CFU, New Roots originates from normal breast-fed infant mucosa and is highly-researched for regulating systemic immunity. Bifidobacterium infantis is among the pioneer probiotics to inhabit the infant gut, helping forge a healthy immune system. In fact, more than half of Canada’s neonatal intensive-care units administer a probiotic formu...
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Colon Care Probiotic from New Roots has been formulated to provide a broad-spectrum of probiotics for intestinal and gastrointestinal health. Containing 90 billion live, whole cells and 17 therapeutic strains of both Lactobacilli and Bifidobacterium per capsule, Colon Care Probiotics are encapsulated PH⁵D natural water-based enteric-coated vegetable capsules to protect contents from stomach aci...
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Human Probiotics from New Roots is a unique, high-potency, broad-spectrum formula containing a blend of human-sourced probiotics that have been proven to colonize within the intestines. Developed with 12 human-sourced probiotic strains, with 42 billion colony forming units (CFUs) per capsule, Human Probiotics is an excellent probiotic to reestablish healthy intestinal flora following sickness o...
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OPTIMAL DIGESTION AND MAXIMUM BENEFITS Probiotic Intensity from New Roots reflects probiotic species that deliver maximum benefits to you – the host organism, with scientifically proven probiotioc strains, inclusion of complementary prebiotics, and immune system-enhancing polypeptides. Probiotic Intensity’s natural water-based PH⁵D enteric coated capsules contain in excess of 20 bi...
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OPTIMAL DIGESTION AND MAXIMUM BENEFITS Probiotic Intensity from New Roots reflects probiotic species that deliver maximum benefits to you – the host organism, with scientifically proven probiotioc strains, inclusion of complementary prebiotics, and immune system-enhancing polypeptides. Probiotic Intensity’s natural water-based PH⁵D enteric coated capsules contain in excess of 20 bi...
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PROBIOTIC URGENCY FROM NEW ROOTS New Roots Herbal is excited to be adding Probiotic Urgency to its family of probiotic supplements. Each enteric coated capsule of Probiotic Urgency contains 50 billion colony forming units of ten clinically proven complimentary probiotic strains. Probiotic Urgency can also serve as an effective ally for coping with the devastating effects of traveler's diarrhe...
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PROBIOTIC URGENCY FROM NEW ROOTS New Roots Herbal is excited to be adding Probiotic Urgency to its family of probiotic supplements. Each enteric coated capsule of Probiotic Urgency contains 50 billion colony forming units of ten clinically proven complimentary probiotic strains. Probiotic Urgency can also serve as an effective ally for coping with the devastating effects of traveler's diarrhea...
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Each New Roots Reuteri Restore Bowel-Balance Probiotic is enteric-coated and delivers 2.5 billion live, active, colony-forming units (CFU) of bowel-balancing Lactobacillus reuteri to restore favourable gut flora and support immune function. Lactobacillus reuteri is among the pioneer probiotics to populate the infant’s gut. It colonizes primarily within the intestinal mucosa of the colon (large ...
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New Roots Herbal's Ultra Max powder is made up of 11 powerful probiotic strains that work together to replenish your gut flora. This daily care probiotic has 36 billion active colony forming units in a convenient powder form for people who struggle with swallowing. Probiotics are important after antibiotic treatment as they replenish the intestinal flora that is destroyed by antibiotics and kee...
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Nurture a healthy gut flora tasty chewable tablets, formulated especially for children! Close to 70% of the immune system lies in the gut, making gut health a key factor in your child’s immune function. Organika's Kids Probiotic Chewable Tablets provide 1 billion CFU of clinically-proven live probiotic strains, in a tropical pineapple flavour, to improve your child’s gut health worry-free. Reco...
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Parenting an infant can sometimes feel like having an alarm clock without a snooze button. Colic is difficult for babies and parents alike, but probiotics may offer some help. Probiotics help balance out the gut flora, and prevent the overgrowth of bad bacteria that’s often behind digestive issues. Orange Naturals Baby Probiotics + D3 Drops are formulated to offer support with colic symptoms in...
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Grumbly tummy? Probiotics can help promote a healthy digestive system. Probiotics are healthy bacteria that help create a friendly environment in the gut. They make it harder for harmful organisms to grow and establish themselves, especially when they’re taken every day. Orange Naturals’ Kids Probiotic is formulated with species naturally found in the human intestinal microflora and frequently ...
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The Role of Probiotics in Digestive Wellness
Did you know that diet, environment, stress, medication use, and genetics all affect the quality of our gut microbiome? Indeed, the microbiome refers to the collective community of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes, that live in and on the human body. These microorganisms inhabit different parts of the body, such as the skin, mouth, gut, and reproductive organs. Probiotics are critical to the health and diversity of our gut microbiome.
Our microbiome is incredibly diverse and complex, comprising trillions of microorganisms and thousands of species. The human microbiome is crucial to maintaining our health and performing various functions. It interacts with our body's immune, digestive, and metabolic systems and helps synthesize specific vitamins and nutrients. It also aids in developing the immune system, protects against pathogens, and assists in the digestion of certain foods that our body cannot break down on its own. The largest and most diverse population of microbes exists in the gastrointestinal tract, primarily in the colon.
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines Probiotics as “living bacteria that are beneficial to the host's health when consumed in adequate amounts.” They are also often called "good” or “friendly” bacteria because they help maintain a healthy balance of microorganisms in our digestive tract and provide several critical health benefits.
Unlocking Probiotics’ Digestive Benefits
Probiotics work by colonizing the gastrointestinal tract and interacting with the existing bacteria in our gut. They help support digestion and also offer numerous other health benefits, including:
Enhancing Gut Health – Probiotics promote a healthy balance of beneficial bacteria in the gut. They can help restore the natural balance of microorganisms that may be disrupted by factors such as antibiotics, poor diet, or stress. This balance is crucial for optimal digestion and absorption of nutrients.
Alleviating Diarrhea – Certain strains of probiotics, such as Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG and Saccharomyces boulardii, have been shown to reduce the duration and severity of infectious diarrhea and antibiotic-associated diarrhea. They can help restore intestinal barrier function.
Managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) – Probiotics can heal and alleviate symptoms like abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel habits. Some probiotic strains, particularly Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus species, have shown promise in relieving IBS symptoms and improving bowel function.
Preventing and Treating Antibiotic-Associated GI Issues – Antibiotics kill harmful bacteria and disrupt the beneficial bacteria in the gut, leading to issues like antibiotic-associated diarrhea or C. difficile infections. Taking probiotics alongside antibiotics can help maintain a healthier gut microbiota and reduce the risk of such complications.
Managing Digestive Disorders – Probiotics can help manage all sorts of digestive disorders, including inflammatory bowel disease (such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis) and gastroenteritis.
Enhancing Immune Function – A healthy gut promotes optimal immune function helps modulate immune responses, reduces inflammation, and enhances the body's defences against harmful pathogens.
Choosing the Right Probiotic Supplement for You
Various probiotic supplements are available, each containing different strains and/or combinations of bacteria. Some of the most common include:
- Lactobacillus acidophilus
- Bifidobacterium bifidum
- Lactobacillus rhamnosus
- Saccharomyces boulardii
- Streptococcus thermophilus
- Multi-strain probiotics
It’s important to note that while probiotic strains are not inherently organ-specific, certain strains have a decided preference for or exhibit significantly more robust benefits in specific organs or body systems. This is why selecting a probiotic supplement best matches your health status, and needs is essential.
Enhance Your Health with Probiotics: Closing Insights
Probiotics are generally considered safe for most people and do not have any contraindications to speak of. However, certain individuals, such as those with weakened immune systems or serious underlying health conditions, should consult with a healthcare practitioner before starting supplementation.
Always follow the specific dosing instructions on the product you select. Some probiotics may have specific guidelines, such as taking them on an empty stomach or with a particular type of food for optimal efficacy.
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