Does anyone have info on Probiotics?

[Abbey]

I am looking into info that gives me info on Probiotics and how it may help my digestive track. Any info would be helpful. Thank you in advance.

Abbey

[karie]

Thayers Slippery Elm throat lozenges was suggested to see if allergic then try the Probiotics powder with other helpful herbs.

[karie]

What if I am allergic to Elm. Would the tree bark of Elm be a factor in a chewable or powder. DGL 9 weeks ..........

[Concerned lady]

Hi Abbey,

My husband and I like the Canadian brand: "Natural Factors" ("double strength") acidophilus/bifidum/rhamnosis. This particular formula does contain a little powdered goat milk. I use a "Lactaid" (lactase enzyme) pill each time I take the "probiotics", since I'm lactose (milk-sugar) intolerant.

The Natural Factors company does make some milk-free preparations, too, if you need to completely avoid milk.

I take these on an empty stomach, and then chew a couple of (Thayers brand) Slippery Elm Lozenges to prevent any possible stomach irritation.

There are some good brands, and some not so good ones. This one does appear to help us.

I take almost twice what the bottle recommends, but I only do this (taking more than what the bottle recommends for "probiotics".

Too little of them will be ineffective, and too much (what is "too much" varies from person to person) can cause loose stools.

I hope you find the right brand and dosage for YOUR situation.

We keep the probiotics refrigerated, but in a part of the refrigerator far from the freezer.

Concerned lady
http://cantbreathesuspectvcd.com

[Abbey]

I really appreciate all the info everyone has given me and it looks like I've got a lot of reading to do.....thanks again.

Abbey

[zensherpa]

I began Probiotics acidophilus three days ago. It has helped me. I understand that Natron's "Healthy Trinity" is a fine choice as well.

Kenneth

[pjcag]

My step son swears by Probiotics. He has been on every kind of medicine there is for acid reflux/indigestion and says he never has any trouble now since on this medication.

[Lynn28]

Dr.Mercola's site is VERY good as well! I was going to list it, but glad someone else did. He's GREAT!!!

[Lynn28]

Hi Abbey ;-)

Here's a search that is loaded with a lot of good reading. Try reading the second one first, titled. "About". Also, this is a very good site to browse. It's loaded with lots of great info as well on everything.

Jenn

http://www.healthy.net/asp/templates/center.asp?centerid=5

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