Let’s not beat around the bush fellas. Right here, I’ll show you 4 different strains of probiotics that (1) boost your defenses (2) get rid and soothe irritable bowel syndrome (3) wards off eczema (4) and fights traveler’s diarrhea.
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Strain 1: Boost Your Immunity Probiotic
Different lab studies and experiments have shown that many probiotic strains have invigorating and boosting effect on one’s immune system and natural defenses. According to theory, this should increase one’s resistance against diseases. HOWEVER, surprisingly, only a couple of strains like L. casei DN-114001, L. rhamnosus GG, together with L. acidophilus NCFM can reduce the frequency and severity of different diseases like winter colds.
In a study involving 360 people who are aged over 60, it showed that regular use of L. casei DN-114001 significantly cuts down the duration of respiratory infections by one and a half days. Along with that, it also reduces the severity by 20 percent.
Along with that, in a study that involves 571 kids who are in day care, the strain L. rhamnosus GG significantly reduced both the sick days along with the number of infections that are serious enough to need antibiotics.
Lastly, in a winter study which includes well over 200 pre schoolers, the third strain which is the L. acidophilus NCFM greatly reduced the incidence of fever by a whopping 48 percent, cough by 42 percent, and the need for antibiotics by 68 percent. That’s a great deal no matter how you look at it.
Furthermore, researchers think that people from other age groups can enjoy the same benefits.
Strain 2: Soothe IBS Probiotic
Well over 10 million American women surely know the belly pain, bloating, and discomfort caused by Irritable Bowel Syndrome (or IBS). Here’s the annoying thing: experts and doctors can’t pin point what causes IBS. Also, they do not have the right meds to treat the condition.
HOWEVER, here’s something encouraging: the strains B. infantis 35624 and L. plantarum DSM9843 get rid of IBS without breaking any sweat.
In 2 different trials that had well over 400 patients, a daily dose of the first strain relieved the pain and discomfort in the gut. On the other hand, in a study with 60 patients, a daily dose of the second strain reduced gas by well over 50 percent.
Strain 3: Ward Off Eczema Probiotic
Scientists and experts link a modern epidemic of allergic conditions with the lack of bacteria (including the good ones) in our overly sanitized lives. And there are research showing certain probiotics that raise the allergy calming chemicals in the blood.
Strain 4: Fight The Traveler’s Diarrhea Probiotic
So you are off to the Philippines? Mexico? Or some place else? Get this: well over 50 percent of international travelers are caught by diarrhea that originate from the parasites and infectious bacteria found in unsanitary water (something that is very common in less developed places). Hence the name Traveler’s Diarrhea.
BUT don’t fret, there are studies that show that S. cereveisiae bouldarii can reduce the risk of developing traveler’s diarrhea. Just make sure you start taking it about a week before traveling. Not to mention it can also cure other established infections.
More and more research and studies are delving deep into the world of these friendly micro organisms – what they do and how they can help us live a better and healthier lives.
Be on the watch!
BUT as studies continue, why not stick with the probiotics and start taking them?