Acidophilus - Bifodobacterium
How it Works
Acidophilus Bifidobacterium contains billions friendly bacteria per capsule from three different strains:Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium longum. Did you know? The normal, healthy human intestinal tract contains billions of micro-organisms, collectively called flora, that live in a delicate balance. They break down our food into easily absorbable nutrients and help maintain our overall health. But, factors such as stress, environmental conditions, poor diet or use of antibiotics can affect the natural balance of friendly microbes. AcidophilusBifidobacterium provides billions of beneficial intestinal micro-organisms for a healthy balance of flora in the GI tract.
The story behind Acidophilus - Bifodobacterium
While the discovery and naming of individual probiotic strains is fairly new, the concept of eating fermented food goes WAY back. By about 500 A.D., Koreans had found a new technique to preserve food for winter: burying jars of cabbage, cucumber or radishes mixed with strong spices. Known as kimchi, this fermented food is one of many that offers health benefits for the immune system. Fermented foods have grown in popularity. But for some of us, capsules are much easier to swallow than kimchi, sauerkraut and fermented drinks. L. acidophilus is probably best-known for being an ingredient in many dairy products. In fact, the Lactobacillus genus is widely used in making cheese and yogurt. It creates bacteriocins, which help prevent food spoilage. Acidophilus was Nature’s Sunshine’s first probiotic supplement. It has been popular for nearly three decades!
Recommended Use
Adults, adolescents and children 6 years of age and older: Take two capsules daily. If you are on antibiotics or anti-fungals, take at least 2-3 hours before or after.
Risk Information: If you have fever, vomiting, bloody diarrhea or severe abdominal pain, consult a practitioner prior to use. If symptoms of digestive upset occurs and/or persists beyond 3 days, discontinue use and consult a practitioner. If you have a milk allergy or an immune-compromised condition, do not use this product.
Risk Information: If you have fever, vomiting, bloody diarrhea or severe abdominal pain, consult a practitioner prior to use. If symptoms of digestive upset occurs and/or persists beyond 3 days, discontinue use and consult a practitioner. If you have a milk allergy or an immune-compromised condition, do not use this product.
Certifying Quality
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Key Ingredients
L. acidophilus
Other Ingredients
Medicinal Ingredients:Each capsule contains Lactobacillus rhamnosus (ATCC 7469) 2.8 billion cfu, Lactobacillus acidophilus (ATCC 4356) 800 million cfu and Bifidobacterium longum subsp. longum (ATCC 15707) 400 million cfu. Non-medicinal Ingredients: Gelatin, maltodextrin and magnesium stearate.
Risk Information: If you have fever, vomiting, bloody diarrhea or severe abdominal pain, consult a practitioner prior to use. If symptoms of digestive upset occurs and/or persists beyond 3 days, discontinue use and consult a practitioner. If you have a milk allergy or an immune-compromised condition, do not use this product. Keep refrigerated or preferably frozen
Risk Information: If you have fever, vomiting, bloody diarrhea or severe abdominal pain, consult a practitioner prior to use. If symptoms of digestive upset occurs and/or persists beyond 3 days, discontinue use and consult a practitioner. If you have a milk allergy or an immune-compromised condition, do not use this product. Keep refrigerated or preferably frozen
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Health Canada. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.