Probiotics - Dissected // For your convenience + awareness

Probiotics, Probiotics, Probiotics,

everyone is talking about PROBIOTICS. 

Probiotics :

Improve

digestive function

alleviating constipation 

and IBS symptoms

Prevent and treat

UTIs

parasitic pathogens

food born illnesses

Have been found to

manage and prevent eczema

Assist in

absorption of B vitamins

Iron

Magnesium

Fatty Acids

Facilitate

enzyme production

Boost

immune function

And more.

However, something less spoken of is the

varying strains of probiotics

and their 

individual effects 

within the body!

At the Health Stop, we carry a range of probiotic brands, from Jarrow to Nature's Way, all of which are wonderful but this week our FEATURED probiotic is

Megafood's MegaFlora.

 Megaflora contains

14 strains of probiotic bacteria,

each of which produces unique and wonderful effects within the body.

The Breakdown :

Lactobacillus acidophilus

- helpful in treating IBS, lactose intolerance, intestinal issues, UTIs

Lactobacillus casei

- shown to improve bowel regularity

Lactobacillus plantarum

- reduces IBS symptoms, fights intestinal pathogens, decreases flatulence, boost immunity

Lactobacillus rhamnosus

- assists with food allergies/intolerances, assists with eczema, helps treat UTIs, may fight obesity

Lactobacillus salivarius

- antibacterial, beneficial for dental health, may relieve GI inflammation, alleviates asthma,  balances bacteria associated with obesity + diabetes

Lactobacillus brevis

- enhances immune system, promotes healthy GI tract, promotes digestion + nutrient absorption

Lactobacillus bulgaricus

- decreases triglycerides + cholesterol levels, decreases leaky guy symptoms, improves dairy digestion 

Lactobacillus gasseri

- supports digestion, may alleviate PMS symptoms, shown to help with weight loss

Lactococcus lactis

- may alleviate allergies, enhances skin hydration + plasticity, antioxidant properties

Bifidobacterium longum

- lowers cholesterol, improves IBS symptoms, may boost cognitive function, may alleviate anxiety + depression, may relieve inflammation

Bifidobacterium bifidum

- fights yeast overgrowth, decreases allergies, decreases inflammation, increases immunity

Bifidobacterium infantis

- releases an acid which kills harmful organisms, aiding digestion + metabolism

Streptococcus thermophilus

- decreases leaky gut symptoms, improves lactose digestion, fights upper respiratory infections, decreases chance of kidney stones

That's a mouthful of benefits right there.

MegaFlora

comes in two varieties;

20 billion colony-forming units

per dose and

MegaFlora Plus with

50 billion colony-forming

units per dose.

What's the difference? 

For regular maintenance, 20 billion CFUs

is substantial, however for the treatment of

specific conditions

, such as

IBD, IBS, allergies, eczema, respiratory illnesses, etc, the higher dose of MegaFlora Plus

may be recommended. 

Those who take probiotics have reported

dramatic improvements

in their

health, well being, and of course, digestion. 

Additionally, recent studies have found that probiotics even have a significant effect on mental health and promote a positive outlook; gut bacteria actually plays a role in our mood and perception! 

Also, gut bacteria

dictates what foods we crave

and when we crave them; so if you're

looking to to cut back but keep finding yourself reaching into the cookie cupboard, a good probiotic formula

may be for you.

With all the benefits associated with probiotics, we totally recommend everyone

giving them a chance.

After all, good health starts in the gut! 

Probiotically yours,

The Health Stop

 This information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.