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"Probiotic bacteria favorably alter the intestinal microflora balance, inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria (like Candida albicans, or "yeast"), promote good digestion, boost immune function, and increase resistance to infection. Probiotics also contain enzymes to help break down and digest dairy products like lactose in milk. The best place to find probiotics is in yogurts that contain "active cultures." But you can also increase the content by purchasing a high-quality probiotic formula. (I have several excellent ones listed on my website, www.jonnybowden.com)." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"How exactly Bifidobacteria prevents colon (colorectal) cancer bile salts, carcinogens and enzymes that convert pro-carcinogens into carcinogens. support colon health and prevent cancer development in another way. Bifidobacteria is not yet known. Long-term, extensive studies are required and eagerly anticipated. Prebiotics may also help in the colon cancer battle. In the presence of the prebiotic inulin, B. longum appears to offer greater anti-cancer effects in the colon. Studies in rats have shown that when combined, B." - Allison Tannis, Probiotic Rescue: How You can use Probiotics to Fight Cholesterol, Cancer, Superbugs, Digestive Complaints and More (Get the book.)

"Let me introduce you to the term probiotics. A probiotic is a microbe that protects its host and prevents disease. These are the healthy bacteria-the positive ones you want in your intestine, forming the battle lines of defense against toxic and pathogenic invaders. Probiotics counter the decimation of helpful intestinal bacteria by antibiotics. The colon requires large quantities of probiotics for normal health and function. They inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria and yeasts such as Candida." - John K. Pollard, The Digestive Awareness Diet: You Are HOW You Eat (Get the book.)

"The idea is that the added probiotic bacteria will survive passage through the digestive tract and help prevent the diarrhea that sometimes comes with antibiotic treatment. An entire science has grown up around probiotics and —another new term ?prebiotics." This one means food that especially stimulates the growth of probiotic bacteria. Foods with fiber—fruits, vegetables, and whole grains —contain carbohydrates that resist the action of human digestive enzymes but can be digested by bacteria in the large intestine, probiotics among them." - Marion Nestle, What to Eat (Get the book.)

"If you do buy probiotics or food with probiotic compounds make sure that they contain the probiotics that have been shown to work, including Lactobacillus, S. boulardii, B. lactis, and Streptococcus thermophilus. Studies of L. acidophilus/Bifidobacterium infantis or L. acidophiluslL. bulgaricus did not show that they were effective treatments for antibiotic-associated diarrhea." - J. Douglas Bremner, Before You Take that Pill: Why the Drug Industry May Be Bad for Your Health (Get the book.)

"It is a lactic acid bacteria that has antimicrobial effects. Research suggests that L. helveticus offers some preventative effects against cancer. Clinical research indicates that L. helveticus; may be beneficial to those with hypertension. Lactococcus lactis A lactic acid bacteria, L. lactis is of dairy origin. Research has found L. lactis has antimicrobial effects and is capable of inhibiting the growth of bad microbes. It may offer some preventative effects against cancer. L. lactis is also known to help fight oral disease and diseases of the urogenital and vaginal tracts." - Allison Tannis, Probiotic Rescue: How You can use Probiotics to Fight Cholesterol, Cancer, Superbugs, Digestive Complaints and More (Get the book.)

"Nutrition & Cancer 37: 27-35, 2000] Experts in probiotics emphasize that evidence for health benefits for one strain of probiotic cannot be conferred and extrapolated to other strains. [Clinical Microbiology Infection 11: 958-66, 2005] Probiotics have not lived up to their promise, primarily because of poor quality products. In a study of probiotic supplements, the labeled strain of bacteria could not be found in 9 of 11 brands." - Bill Sardi, You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore (Get the book.)

"One of the most common bacteria species found in yogurt is Lactobacillus acidophilus. L. acidophilus is a lactase-containing bacteria. However, L. acidophilus has a higher resistance to bile and thus it may not break down as well as other bacteria. This may explain why preliminiary clinical trials in which L. acidophilus was given in supplement form do not show significant improvements in lactose intolerance symptoms. The study was conducted just before 2000. Subjects took the strain Lactobacillus acidophilus BG2F04 twice daily for seven days in a randomized, controlled human trial." - Allison Tannis, Probiotic Rescue: How You can use Probiotics to Fight Cholesterol, Cancer, Superbugs, Digestive Complaints and More (Get the book.)

"A Special Probiotic: Yeast against Yeast A basic probiotic supplement is necessary for the six-week UltraMind Solution. But there is a unique and often helpful probiotic that many find counterintuitive—why would we take one strain of yeast to kill other yeasts? It has profound benefits in controlling diarrhea, fighting other yeasts in the gut, controlling bad bugs such as Clostridia, improving gut immunity, improving digestive enzyme function, reducing inflammation, and improving overall gut function. I find it is one of the mainstays of my gut-repair program.Take: • ?" - Mark Hyman MD, The UltraMind Solution: Fix Your Broken Brain by Healing Your Body First (Get the book.)

"If you do buy probiotics or food with probiotic compounds, make sure that they are the probiotics that have been shown to work: Lactobacillus, S. Boulardii, B. lactis, and Streptococcus thermophilus. Since not all bacteria have been shown to be effective, you shouldn't put up with yogurt and other food companies that refuse to tell you which bacteria are in their products. If they won't tell you, don't buy it. Diet and Behavior in the Treatment of Ulcers, Reflux, and Functional Bowel Disorders It's amazing how much control we have over our own health just by changing the way we eat." - J. Douglas Bremner, Before You Take that Pill: Why the Drug Industry May Be Bad for Your Health (Get the book.)

"Some women also insert a probiotic gelatin capsule into their vaginas. Probiotics are "friendly" bacteria, such as acidophilus, which keep Candida in check. The gelatin capsule dissolves and provides beneficial bacteria that will counter the Candida. Probiotics also come in liquid form, which can be used in a douche by mixing K cup probiotics with 1 quart water. (See chapter 14 for more on probiotics.) You can find probiotic supplements at your local health food store in the refrigerated section." - John Lee, Jesse Hanley, Virginia Hopkins, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Premenopause: Balance Your Hormones and Your Life From Thirty to Fifty (Get the book.)

"Studies indicate that certain strains of L. bulgaricus stimulate production of interferon and tumor necrosis factor, thus stimulating and enhancing the immune system. In addition, L. bulgaricus helps to correct either constipation or diarrhea by significantly influencing the peristaltic action (rippling motion of muscles in the digestive tract) of the gastrointestinal tract. Lactobacillus casei L. casei is a lactic acid-producing bacterium of human origin. It is closely related to L. rhamnosus and L. acidophilus and has some of the same immuno-modulating effects as other Lactobacilli species." - Allison Tannis, Probiotic Rescue: How You can use Probiotics to Fight Cholesterol, Cancer, Superbugs, Digestive Complaints and More (Get the book.)

"Most major brands of yogurt contain probiotic bacteria. Other probiotic foods, according to the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR), include kefir (fermented milk drink), tempeh (cake made of fermented, cooked soybeans), miso (fermented soybean paste), and sauerkraut. Foods considered to be prebiotic include whole grains (like barley and oatmeal), legumes, many vegetables and fruits (including onions, dark leafy greens, berries, and bananas), ground flaxseed, and foods containing inulin (including some yogurts and nondairy frozen desserts)." - Elaine Magee, Food Synergy: Unleash Hundreds of Powerful Healing Food Combinations to Fight Disease and Live Well (Get the book.)

"Typical dosage for a probiotic supplement is one to 10 billion cells per capsule. One to three capsules can be taken daily. There are no known side effects from probiotics. Psyllium Psyllium is an inexpensive source of soluble fibre and a mild bulking agent. When mixed with water, psyllium expands and forms a gel in the intestinal tract. This expansion stimulates bowel movements. This bulk gently scrubs along the intestines and makes stools softer. It also improves the consistency of the stool and reduces straining during bowel movements." - Heather Caruso, Your Drug-Free Guide to Digestive Health (Get the book.)

"Researchers from the Nestle Research Center in Switzerland showed that immune stimulation was maintained in human volunteers as long as the probiotic was being taken. Levels declined 6 weeks after the probiotic was stopped. Yogurt helps the gut. Yogurt with active cultures may prove helpful for certain gastrointestinal conditions, including lactose intolerance, constipation, diarrheal diseases, colon cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and Helicobacter pylori infection." - Elaine Magee, Food Synergy: Unleash Hundreds of Powerful Healing Food Combinations to Fight Disease and Live Well (Get the book.)

"Eating yogurt is often touted as a way to increase probiotic activity. Unfortunately, the positive probiotics in yogurt are typically not very resistant to acid or bile. They have also been found to have difficulty adhering to the gut wall where they need to do their work. Researchers have found that different strains of acidophilus have varying potencies and abilities to provide the desired therapeutic benefit. According to current research, the most highly potent and therapeutic strains of probiotics for the large intestine are I. Acidophilus (NCFM strain) and Bifidobacteria (adolescentis)." - John K. Pollard, The Digestive Awareness Diet: You Are HOW You Eat (Get the book.)

"Taking a probiotic supplement (such as lactobaciilus acidophilus or Bifidobacterium bifidum) not only helps return the intestinal flora to its healthy balance, and inhibits the growth of current and future Candida in the digestive tract and vagina, but it also enhances the absorption of nutrients from food. There are many probiotic formulas, containing various beneficial bacteria, and in various concentrations of each. One alternative to probiotic supplements is to eat plain unsweetened yogurt that contains live yogurt cultures. S Valerian Root." - Dr David W Tanton, Ph.D., Antidepressants, Antipsychotics, And Stimulants - Dangerous Drugs on Trial (Get the book.)

"Use a probiotic, that is, living friendly bacteria such as acidophilus, bifidobacteria, or lactobacillus. This is particularly important if you have been on antibiotics. Take probiotics with or without food, but keep them away from bowel-cleansing herbs, as these herbs could kill off the friendly bacteria you are trying to nurture. • Flax meal (ground flaxseeds) is especially good for constipation and helps improve estrogen metabolism. One to two tablespoons daily is the recommended dose. Take more (two to four tablespoons) if you are constipated." - Phuli Cohan, The Natural Hormone Makeover: 10 Steps to Rejuvenate Your Health and Rediscover Your Inner Glow (Get the book.)

"Typical dosage for a probiotic supplement is one to 10 billion cells per capsule. One to three capsules can be taken daily. There are no known side effects from probiotics. Vitamin A Vitamin A is an excellent supplement to aid in the healing of the epithelial cells of the skin. It helps to heal ulcers, skin lesions and aids in vision. It is known as an antioxidant which hinders cellular damage that leads to the aging process. The typical dosage for Vitamin A is 10,000 IU per day. Vitamin A in high doses, such as over 100,000 international units can be toxic." - Heather Caruso, Your Drug-Free Guide to Digestive Health (Get the book.)

"Talk to your pediatrician about the use of specific natural health product supplements, like probiotics and essential fatty acids, that may lower your child's risk of developing allergies. probiotic lactobacillus had been shown to reduce hereditary eczema and cow's milk allergies. I also highly recommend getting a neti pot, which you can buy at Whole Foods and a number of other natural-health retailers for about fifteen dollars. Neti pots have been used for thousands of years to clean out the nasal passages without drugs." - Deirdre Imus, Growing Up Green: Baby and Child Care: Volume 2 in the Bestselling Green This! Series (Green This!) (Get the book.)

"J Why: Some fermented foods help the body make beneficial bacterium (probiotics). Probiotic's research has shown that adding "friendly" bacteria to the diet will improve the health of gut microflora and help protect both the lining of the intestinal tract and the immune system. Research has established that probiotics improve the body's ability to resist intestinal infection and improve digestion, help in absorption of nutrients and is important in the manufacturing of B vitamins and K vitamins. Plus, this good bacterium is essential in defending our body from viral attacks." - Jan Lovejoy, Get Balanced-the Natural Way to Better Health with Superfoods (Get the book.)

"What also sets this strain apart is its incredible stability. Most probiotic supplements are extremely fragile and lose much of their potency with time, heat, or too much or too little moisture. BB536, on the other hand, is so stable that it is even added to various food products around the world. Companies currently offering this strain in the United States are Natural Factors and Jarrow. A relatively new probiotic product called Innersync may prove even more beneficial than other probiotics in boosting Bifidobacteria levels." - Michael T. Murray, Beat Diabetes Naturally: The Best Foods, Herbs, Supplements, and Lifestyle Strategies to Optimize Your Diabetes Care (Get the book.)

"But you can also increase the content by purchasing a high-quality probiotic formula. (I have several excellent ones listed on my website, www.jonnybowden.com). Take the probiotics as a pill or buy in powder form and stir it into water or yogurt. Smaller meals can also help, as can looser-fitting clothes—you don't want pressure around the abdomen. In fact, see whether you can eat smaller meals in general, even if you have to eat more frequently. (Remember that large meals can put pressure on a weakened LES and cause the dreaded reflux.) Smaller meals rule." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"If you do opt for enemas and colonics because you are still eating cooked foods, be sure to replace lost healthy intestinal flora by taking probiotic supplements. Dr. Vetrano notes, "Costly probiotics are absolutely not necessary and a complete waste of money on a raw diet. The natural flora will repopulate naturally while on raw foods." Eating Less and Enjoying More Providing an overall healthy lifestyle is adopted, the small intestine is thoroughly cleansed while a person continues eating raw for several months to a few years." - Susan E. Schenck, The Live Food Factor: The Comprehensive Guide to the Ultimate Diet for Body, Mind, Spirit & Planet (Get the book.)

"Indeed, recent research finds that therapy with the probiotic Lactobacillus reuteri directly modulates pro-inflammatory cytokine production in mice, and a recent paper published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology showed that the majority of patients taking a probiotic mixture of eight bacteria, known as VSL#3, for six weeks improved their ulcerative colitis. The proper balance of intestinal flora also plays a strong role in preventing leaky gut syndrome, which can spark the body toward an allergic or autoimmune response." - Donna Jackson Nakazawa, The Autoimmune Epidemic (Get the book.)

"This one means food that especially stimulates the growth of probiotic bacteria. Foods with fiber—fruits, vegetables, and whole grains —contain carbohydrates that resist the action of human digestive enzymes but can be digested by bacteria in the large intestine, probiotics among them. Companies with vested interests in promoting the health benefits of dairy foods sponsor scientific conferences on probiotics and prebiotics and reviews of favorable studies. Unfortunately for yogurt companies, the results continue to suggest nothing more than "possible" benefits." - Marion Nestle, What to Eat (Get the book.)

"One area in which a great deal of research has been done in autoimmune-disease patients is that of probiotic supplementation. Preparations of living microbial cells that are commonly referred to as "friendly bacteria" are prescribed to repair the gut in patients with inflammatory autoimmune diseases such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Ten years ago the concept that a food ingredient such as probiotics—commonly found in yogurt—could aid in fighting autoimmune disease was scoffed at by most medical professionals." - Donna Jackson Nakazawa, The Autoimmune Epidemic (Get the book.)

"A high-quality probiotic formula is just absolutely essential. Several research studies have significant improvement in people with inflammatory bowel disease who were put on probiotics. Vitamin D deficiency is common in people suffering from intestinal malabsorption. The Cedars-Sinai website gives vitamin D supplements a three-star rating (their highest) for Crohn's disease, meaning there is reliable and consistent scientific data showing a health benefit. Turmeric for Inflammation PICKING THE ONE best thing that turmeric does for the body was difficult." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"Indeed, recent research finds that therapy with the probiotic Lactobacillus reuteri directly modulates pro-inflammatory cytokine production in mice, and a recent paper published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology showed that the majority of patients taking a probiotic mixture of eight bacteria, known as VSL#3, for six weeks improved their ulcerative colitis. The proper balance of intestinal flora also plays a strong role in preventing leaky gut syndrome, which can spark the body toward an allergic or autoimmune response." - Donna Jackson Nakazawa, The Autoimmune Epidemic (Get the book.)

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