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Lactobacillus Acidophilus
Description
Acidophilus and other beneficial bacteria live in a symbiotic relationship in our bodies, particularly the digestive tract. They help keep harmful bacteria at bay and play a role in the digestion and absorption of food.
Ailments / Situations Where Used
Acidophilus should be taken after any use of antibiotics. This includes prescriptions for ear infections and the common cold.
Digestive problems are commonly caused by a lack of beneficial bacteria in the digestive tract. Restoring a balance will help facilitate proper vitamin, mineral, and enzyme absorption. Supplementation is also beneficial when dealing with candidiasis.
Hyperactivity has been linked to excess harmful bacteria in the digestive tract. Restoring beneficial bacteria can help alleviate this situation.
Women with yeast infections can purchase acidophilus capsules for vaginal use. Follow directions on bottle.
Source
Commercial preparations arguably provide the best source of acidophilus cultures and come in tablet, capsule, or powdered forms. You will often find additional beneficial cultures added to the preparation, such as Bifidus. Keep in a cool, dry place. Preparations are often refrigerated and can be found in the supplement fridge at your local health food store. Do not freeze acidophilus.
Look for a dairy-free formulation with at least 2.5 billion viable cultures per capsule and keep refrigerated. Take 2 or 3 capsules daily before meals, preferably in the morning. Supplements with Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) should be avoided, as this indigestible sugar may prove problematic for some individuals.
If dairy allergies have been ruled out, you can eat yogurt that has had this bacterial culture added.
Optimal Absorption
Take 2 or 3 capsules daily before meals, preferably in the morning.
Eat yogurt daily.
Do not take antibiotics and acidophilus simultaneously. Wait until your antibiotic regimen is complete and then start acidophilus supplementation
Contraindications / Precautions / Warnings
Dairy preparations may cause stomach upset. Use a non-dairy form.
Ailment / Situation Listing
See also
Bifidus
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