Guest guest Posted January 4, 2006 Report Share Posted January 4, 2006 DID YOU KNOW? The Functions of Probiotics Studies have shown that probiotic cultures benefit your health in several ways: *Intestinal Balance Suppress pathogenic bacteriaHelp control antibiotic-associated diarrhea Help prevent traveler’s diarrheaImprove the mucosal membrane integrity and reduce Leaky Gut Syndrome (a condition where the intestinal barrier is “leaky” allowing too much bacteria, allergens or other toxins into the bloodstream, potentially causing increased food and chemical sensitivities, digestive problems and other ailments.) *Beneficial Metabolic Effects Improve lactose tolerance Produce some vitamins and enzymesDecrease toxins and mutagenic reactionsImprove carbohydrate and protein usageFunctional Immune Changes Strengthen innate immunityCreate a barrier effect in the intestinal tractReduce infant food allergies and eczema Probiotics protect us from pathogens such as Salmonella and others by preventing their attachment to the intestinal lining. They interfere by blanketing all available surfaces—thus limiting the growth of microscopic invaders like Guardia, Candida yeast, and bacteria such as E. coli. Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. health/ http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ Photos Ring in the New Year with Photo Calendars. Add photos, events, holidays, whatever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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