What Can you tell me about acidophilus? I heard it can be good for your stomach but what kind of symptoms does it treat? My husband has been having bouts of nausea for no apparent reason and also gas pains. Would this help him? Thank you.
Good bacteria?
There are more than 400 different species of bacteria in the human digestive tract. The most important of these are Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium bifidum. They are called probiotics, the opposite of antibiotics, because they aid in creating a healthy balance of microflora in the gut.
The primary use of probiotics is to restore the normal flora in the intestines that often occurs because of poor diet or the use of antibiotics. They do this first by competing with other organisms for nutrients. They secrete lactic acid and acetic acid that decrease the pH of the vagina and intestines, making the environment less favorable for the pathogenic bacteria to thrive. Antibiotics can alter the bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract, decreasing the numbers of healthy bacteria and causing diarrhea. Probiotics, taken during or after antibiotic therapy, can reduce or prevent this effect.
Probiotics produce certain antimicrobial compounds that kill some of the undesirable pathogens in the intestines, including yeasts, virii and bacteria. The associated decrease in the production of potentially cancer-causing toxins by the unfavorable microorganisms may help decrease the incidence of colon cancer. Probiotics also make certain vitamins needed by the body including folic acid, vitamin B6, niacin and vitamin K.
When large doses of probiotics are first taken, mild gastrointestinal symptoms may occur and flu-like symptoms may also occur within 3 days. Low counts of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium, with an increase in less desirable bacteria in the intestines can cause gas, diarrhea, constipation, mucosal irritation and contribute to the development of allergies.
As the number of undesirable bacteria increases, the absorption of certain nutrients, including the B-vitamins, decreases, leading to the possibility of deficiencies. Symptoms of toxicity from taking probiotics are rare.
If supplementation is needed, start by taking at least 1-10 billion viable L. acidophilus or B. bifidum cells daily divided into 3 or 4 doses.
Take them on an empty stomach or at least 30-60 minutes before eating. Take 15-20 billion viable organisms daily to prevent diarrhea from antibiotic therapy.
Generally you should use products that contain a mixture of live organisms and have an expiration date on the label. Extreme heat or freezing can kill the live cells. Food sources of probiotics include yogurt and milk with live cultures.
Reply:Acidophilus works in the colon, not in the stomach. The bacteria is necessary to process food after it leaves the stomach and enters the colon.
Your husband can try chewing some anise seed - it helps with gas.
Make sure he is regular. At least two bowel movements a day. If that doesn't happen, eat more fiber and drink more water.
Bouts with nausea can be caused by a multitude of problems, so if this continues, he probably should see a doctor.
Reply:Lactobacilus acidophillus.....that is yogurt. Doesn't hurt to eat some and see :)
(background info......that bacteria also breaks down the lactose sugar, which is related to lactose intolerrance. So people who are lactose intollerrant can eat Yogurt just fine. If your husband is hispanic or asian or black or any mix of those, go ahead and stop cheese/milk for a while and see how that works.)
Good Luck
Reply:ginger root may help him as well.
Reply:Acidophilus is good bacteria which is in your stomach and small and large intestines normally. It can help your body digest food better and regulate your system. It is great for conditions like yeast infections and Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Symptoms of IBS can be gas, pressure, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, and Mucus in the stool. A lot of the pain of gas is related to yeast and digestive problems that can be helped by good bacteria.
I do think that a probiotic of some kind would help him...yogurt or a suppliment. I do think though that these symptoms should be brought to the attention of a doctor in case more is going on. Probiotics may help even if he has something more serious. Better safe than sorry although likely the probiotic will be enough as long as it is strong enough!
http://icandme.9.forumer.com/index.php?s... choosing a probiotic
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It works great for any stomach problems and regulates the entire digestive system.
Reply:Most definatly it would help. just go to your local nature store and ask for it. It's also great to give children after they have had a round of antibiotics. Your husband may also want to try Marshmallow Pepsin (From Nature Sunshine Products) Great for an upset stomach
Reply:I use it to treat cold sores sometimes. If I can't find Lactinex, I will start taking acidophilus at the first tingle and sometimes the cold sore never finishes developing. Either that or it heals fast.
I have also taken it when I was on an antibiotic just as a preventative measure.
I have never taken it for stomach problems.
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