L. acidophilus is considered a probiotic or friendly bacterium. These types of healthy bacteria inhabit the intestines and vagina and protect against some unhealthy organisms. The breakdown of food by L. acidophilus produces lactic acid, hydrogen peroxide, and other byproducts that make the environment hostile for undesired organisms. L. acidophilus also tends to consume the nutrients many other microorganisms depend on, thus outcompeting possibly harmful bacteria in the digestive tract. During digestion, L. acidophilus also assists in the production of niacin, folic acid, and pyridoxine. Studies have also shown L. acidophilus can assist in bile deconjugation, separating amino acids from bile acids, which can then be recycled by the body.Some research has indicated L. acidophilus may provide additional health benefits, including improved gastrointestinal function, a boosted immune system, and a decrease in the frequency of vaginal yeast infections. Some people report L. acidophilus provides relief from indigestion and diarrhea. L. acidophilus is naturally present in healthy vaginas. The acid produced by L. acidophilus in the vagina helps to kill the fungus Candida albicans, helping to prevent vaginal yeast infections. Certain spermicides and contraceptive creams can kill L. acidophilus in the vagina, clearing the path to possible yeast infections.Antibiotics taken orally will also kill beneficial bacteria like L. acidophilus. After a regime of antibiotic therapy, patients are occasionally instructed to take an L. acidophilus treatment in order to recolonize the gastrointestinal tract.L. acidophilus is often sold in health stores in pill or powder form as a nutritional supplement. Research on the nutritional benefits of taking L. acidophilus supplements is inconsistent and inconclusive. Most such claims boil down to a link between L. acidophilus and a possible decrease in the incidence of certain diseases, including yeast infections, gastrointestinal disorders, and a weakened immune system. Most researchers agree further study is needed before substantiating many of these claims.
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Directions: |
As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule once daily or as directed by your health care practitioner. |
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Ingredients: |
1 capsule contains:
L.Acidophils 1 billion
L.Bulgaricus 1 billion
Bifidus (bifidum & longum) 1 billion
FOS (fructooligosaccharides) 100 mg
Other ingredients: 100% Kosher vegetable capsules, cellulose, magnesium stearate. |
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Warnings: |
Keep lid tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children. |