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Patryk Chodyniecki
Patryk Chodyniecki
Date Added: 12-08-2019

Probiotics - good bacteria that effectively support our body!

Probiotyki są żywymi mikroorganizmami, które sprawiają, że nasz przewód pokarmowy funkcjonuje w sposób zdrowy i prawidłowy. Flora bakteryjna stanowi bardzo istotny element w organizmie ludzkim. Działanie probiotyków powoduje, że polepsza się nasz ogólny stan całego organizmu. W związku z rozwojem suplementacji i dietetyki zdobywają coraz większa popularność. Dzięki właściwej ilości zdrowych bakterii w naszym organizmie polepsza się nie tylko praca jelita drażliwego, lecz również układu odpornościowego, procesów metabolicznych, a nawet poczucia psychiczne.
Ilość probiotyków na rynku sprawia, że wybór właściwego może nastręczać sporych problemów. Wybierając probiotyk należy skupić się na tym, jaki jest jego charakter i cel. Określone szczepy probiotyczne odpowiadają za różne jednostki chorobowe. Dla przykładu można wskazać, że są probiotyki, które skupiają się na złagodzeniu objawów jelita nadwrażliwego, jednak nie sprawdzą się one u człowieka, który cierpi na powracające infekcje. Występują również szczepy probiotyczne, które odpowiadają za efektywność w leczeniu „jelitówki”, natomiast nie sprawdzą się one dla pacjenta cierpiącego na zaparcia. Jak widać wybór odpowiedniego szczepu bakterii można porównać do wyboru antybiotyku, który będzie działał tylko na określone dolegliwości. Jeżeli nie mamy pewności co do tego, który probiotyk wybrać, możemy skorzystać z porady osoby wyspecjalizowanej w probiotykoterapii. Jeżeli nasze problemy z mikroflorą jelitową są poważne, możemy przeprowadzić badania, które pozwolą w sposób całkowicie profesjonalny wybrać najlepszy produkt.


Probiotics are livemicroorganismsthat make our digestive tract function in a healthy and normal. Bacterial flora is a very important element in the human body. The action of probiotics improves our overall condition of the entire body. Due to the development of supplementation and dietetics, they are becoming more and more popular. Thanks to the right amount of healthy bacteria in our body, not only the functioning of the irritable intestine improves, but also the immune system, metabolic processes and even mental well-being.

The number of probiotics on the market means that choosing the right one can be quite problematic. When choosing a probiotic, you should focus on its nature and purpose. Specificprobioticstrains are responsible for various diseases. For example, it can be pointed out that there are probiotics that focus on alleviating the symptoms of irritable bowel, but they will not work for people who suffer from recurring infections. There are also probiotic strains that are responsible for the effectiveness in the treatment of enterocolitis, but they are not suitable for a patient suffering from constipation. As you can see, choosing the right strain of bacteria can be compared to choosing an antibiotic that will only work on specific ailments. If we are not sure which probiotic to choose, we can seek advice from a person specializing in probiotic therapy. If our problems with the intestinal microflora are serious, we can conduct tests that will allow us to choose the best one in a completely professional manner. product.



WHICH PROBIOTICS ARE TRUSTWORTHY?


First of all, you cannot use any medicines that have not been thoroughly checked and tested. Many probiotics on the market are safe, but they do not necessarily fulfill their primary purpose. The registration process for these supplements is not complicated, which means that they may lose quality. The probiotic itself should be an appropriate strain of bacteria that, when administered regularly, has a positive effect on our health. Our bacterial flora will certainly also be optimized.

The bacterial strain is a vector for health-promoting properties.

In this way, we can distinguish the following strains of bacteria:

- strains of probiotic bacteria improving the functioning of the immune system,
- strains of probiotic bacteria responsible for the production of vitamins B and K,
- strains of probiotic bacteria that create a protective coating on the intestines,
- a strain of probiotic bacteria that is responsible for thedestruction of fungi and "bad" fungi. bacteria in our digestive tract.

An interesting phenomenon is characterized by strains that produce serotonin, which results in better mental well-being.

An element worth emphasizing is the fact that the characteristics of one strain of bacteria will not be identical to those of another strain. Each probiotic strain should be well defined and described, e.g. by generic name, species, strain culture collection number. This is a very important requirement that indicates the quality of the strains and their certainty, which is why every professional supplement should precisely specify the above requirements. Only in this case, by seeing specific strains on the label, we can verify whether they are intended for our ailments. We can talk about the quality of a probiotic when it contains the appropriate number of probiotic bacteria strains in the product. To be effective, the strain must be present in high concentration. The reason for this is that many bacteria are destroyed in the upper parts of the digestive system (before they reach the stomach and intestines). The high concentration of strains allows bacteria to reach the intestines, which are their target place.

The minimum that strains should meet is 109 cfu/g – if we are talking about probiotic bacteria or 250 mg for non-pathogenic probiotic yeast. In practice, this means that a lower concentration will not have good effectiveness. The original concentration itself is not the only exception to effective probiotics. Attention should also be paid to their decrease in relation to the time for which they are stored. A significant decrease in live cultures can effectively inhibit the action of probiotics. A better quality product determines the concentration of probiotics regardless of when they were produced important and ensures their concentration at the indicated level at all times. In such a case, the price of probiotics usually increases. In practice, this means that a "high-end" probiotic it will not be a cheap way to improve our bacterial flora. 

It is worth paying attention to the entity to which we direct supplementation. Human anatomy may mean that some probiotics work better for one person than another. A distinction should be made between the basic issue resulting from acquired immunity and the development of the body. The bacterial flora depends on a person's age and general health condition. For the above reasons, it is worth dividing probiotics into those for adults and those that can be safely used by small children. The first ranking of probiotics for the intestines was created for adults who want to professionally take care of their intestinal microflora. 


If you want to buy products that are worth the price, we can certainly recommend the following products for adults as the best in our opinion:

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PiLeJe Lactibiane Reference (Probiotic for Intestinal Disorders) 30 capsules

PiLeJe Lactibiane Pattern (Probiotic for Intestinal Disorders ) 30 capsules

Lactibiane pattern helps regulate intestinal disorders and strengthen the intestinal flora of the digestive tract.

Recommended for supplementation in:
  • digestive disorders such as flatulence and constipation

  • irritable bowel syndrome (IBS),

  • immune system dysfunction.

 

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LAB ONE N°1 ProBiotic (Probiotyk) - 30 kapsułek wegańskich
LAB ONE N°1 ProBiotic (Probiotic ) - 30 vegan capsules

Jone N°1 ProBiotic capsule contains 30 billion microencapsulated bacterial cultures from 10 different strains:
 
  • 30 billion live bacterial cultures in one capsule,
  • 10 numbered strains with proven therapeutic effects
  • contains a prebiotic that increases the activity of probiotic bacteria, facilitating their multiplication in the digestive tract,
  • patented microencapsulation technology that protects every bacterial cell,
  • perfect packaging, providing even more effective protection against external factors.
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N°1 ProBiotic is a dietary supplement created under the supervision of specialists, which is confirmed by research. The product is 100% safe and can be given to children from 3 years of age.

Action:

- comprehensive reconstruction of the natural intestinal microflora,
- alleviating gastrointestinal disorders, treating irritable bowel syndrome,
- eliminating the negative consequences of antibiotic therapy (intestinal dysbiosis),
- improving the process of digestion and absorption of nutrients,
- reducing the severity of allergic reactions and their treatment,
- regulation of the immune system,
- improving the body's efficiency and vitality.


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THORNE FloraMend Prime Probiotic® (Probiotic - Healthy Guts) 30 vegetarian capsules

Positive impact on weight management - increasing evidence shows the positive impact of the gut microbiome on weight management. Research shows that most of the flora in the gut is related to body weight. Human studies with Lactobacillus gasseri have shown an average 4.6 percent reduction in visceral and subcutaneous fat with associated positive effects on body weight, waist circumference and body mass index.

Strengthens immunity - B. bifidum supports healthy intestinal immunity and helps maintain a favorable balance of flora in the colon. B. longum additionally supports the function of the immune system in the digestive tract and intestinal regularity.
Helps fight seasonal allergies - one of the probiotic bacterial strains, Lactobacillus gasseri, shows promise in research. A greater presence of L-gasseri in the gut is associated with a healthier immune response, which may be especially beneficial for seasonal allergy sufferers.

The highest quality product - FloraMend Prime Probiotic does not contain dairy products, is soy-free and gluten-free. Like all Thorne products, it is made from the highest quality, purest ingredients possible.

FloraMend Prime Probiotic supports a wide range of health benefits, including digestive support, weight management, seasonal allergy support and immune function.


 

ARE PROBIOTICS SAFE?


Every medicine must be properly tested before it is released for public use. Products intended for children are of particular importance in terms of safety because they are most exposed to any consequences related to side effects. Currently, it is mandatory that each strain contained in supplements meets the criteria set out in GRAS. It can be said that GRAS is a specific type of license that guarantees that a given product is safe for the human body. Like any medicine, probiotic bacteria cannot be used for every person. People with immune disorders, cancer, heart diseases or systemic infections should contact their doctor before using probiotics. Currently, probiotics are available mainly for people over 3 years of age. Intestinal protection for your baby can only be obtained with specialized preparations, which may be difficult to obtain. In our ranking, we would indicate the top 3 products that meet the most stringent requirements for children. We would also like to point out that each of the preparations is available in our store.


We present a ranking of probiotics for children that will help you choose the best product:


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SEEKING HEALTH ProBiota Infant (Probiotics for Infants) - Powder 60g

We believe this product will be the best form of probiotics for children.

This is due to the fact that:

Adaptation for infants - the infant's digestive tract is not
fully mature and may not be able to process the D (-) isomer of lactic acid produced by some Lactobacillus species often found in adult probiotic preparations. ProBiota Infant contains only species that produce the L (+) form of lactic acid that can be metabolized by healthy infants.

In addition:
  • can support normal digestion and absorption of nutrients from breast milk and other foods
  • may help maintain a diverse, healthy intestinal environment
  • may help induce normal production of L (+) lactic acid
  • may help protect immune health

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PiLeJe Enfant Gouttes (Probiotics for Children with Vitamin D3) - Drops 30ml

Lactibiane for children with vitamin D3 in drops improves the function of the digestive tract, supports the child's immune system and also has a beneficial effect on the proper growth and development of bones.

Recommended for supplementation in:

- gastrointestinal disorders (constipation, colic, diarrhea, including those associated with
-with antibiotic therapy, gastrointestinal infections)
-recurrent infections,
-allergic and atopic problems.


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ALINESS ProbioBALANCE - KIDS Balance 5 billion (Probiotic for Children) - 30 vegetarian capsules

ProbioBalance by Aliness® KIDS Balance are specially selected strains of probiotic bacteria dedicated to children from 1 year of age.

ProbioBalance by Aliness dietary supplement KIDS Balance contains 5 billion bacteria in each capsule. Each bacterium has been coated with a double lipid layer, providing an effective barrier and enabling the bacteria to safely pass through the acidic environment of the stomach to reach the intestines intact, where it is to demonstrate its biological activity.

In our opinion, the above ranking is the best way to help in making an important and correct choice of probiotics for a baby, whose health is the most important for every parent.

 

HOW TO TAKE PROBIOTICS?


It is difficult to choose the best way to take probiotics. These are supplements whose effectiveness largely depends on how they are used. The right time to eat them is meal time. The probiotic should be administered with food, which will act as a protective coat against digestion of bacteria in the upper gastrointestinal tract. This use will significantly increase the quality of the bacteria's action. If different probiotics with different strains of bacteria are used, the best solution is to take them at different times. This is due to the fact that some strains are mutually destructive. It is not a good solution to take several strains from different products at the same time, because the effect may be completely opposite to the intended one.

Probiotics should be administered in the form in which they were actually sold to us. A supplement purchased in capsule form should not be opened for consumption. In this case, the capsule has protective properties that will allow more bacteria to reach the intestines. For people who do not like this form of supplementation, we can recommend probiotics in powder or drops. The duration of probiotic use is also very important. Like any supplement, probiotics are only intended to support the functioning of a given organ in our body for a limited period of time. Probiotics work in our body for some time, in a temporary way, and their task is to support the flora until our body properly colonizes good bacteria.

Taking probiotics only for the duration of antibiotic therapy may be too short a form of supporting the body. Studies have proven that our body can feel the effects of antibiotics even up to several months after the end of treatment. Other studies have shown that if you want to strengthen your immune system, you should take probiotics even for several months - then they will have the best effect on your health. Choosing the right probiotic, its duration and response getting the right price may turn out to be a big problem nowadays. If we have any doubts about which supplement to choose, it is worth going to a doctor who will certainly have appropriate knowledge in this area and will recommend the purchase of the correct product.



WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF USING PROBIOTICS?


The number of probiotic strains is quite large and their effects are quite individualized. There is no doubt that our bacterial flora is exposed to many threats that can have a negative impact on our various organs. However, from the perspective of the most common human ailments, we can consider a few of them to be more noteworthy. Some strains are even found in natural products (e.g. Lactobacillus rhamnosus).

The Lactobacillus reuteri strain is a probiotic that effectively reduces the level of "bad" cholesterolLDL. This information was confirmed by research conducted at McGill University in Montreal. After 9 weeks of using this strain of probiotics, study participants recorded a decrease in bad cholesterol levels by over 11%!

Another health problem today is tooth damage. Children with healthy teeth have microbes on their enamel that are responsible for healthy teeth. Such microbes are called A12 and effectively fight microorganisms that cause caries and other dental diseases. In addition to A12, it has been proven that bacterial strains L. reuteri also have a beneficial effect on the teeth.

The Americans decided to go even further in their research on probiotics. Another aspect was the impact of the use of these agents on cardiological problems. Regular administration of probiotics led to improved health in people who had trouble maintaining proper blood pressure. The condition for the effective action of supplementation in this case was the fact that the probiotic should contain 100 billion CFU (colony forming units), and the saturation time should not exceed 8 weeks.

Another success of this remedy is the treatment of some skin diseases, e.g. psoriasis. Tests in this area were carried out by Japan. 23 women aged 19 to 21 were accepted to participate in the experiment.

The participants were divided into two groups:

A group of people who consumed only fermented milk containing Lactococcus lactis H6
The group that consumed traditional dairy products. The first group reported an increase in the amount of sebum that protects the skin against unfavorable external factors. As you can see, the quality of probiotics does not depend on their price or the number of types in the product. All research has proven that many factors influence the maximization of activities in the intestines, which will be filled with the appropriate bacterial flora.

The amount of concentration of good bacteria, methods of protecting them against loss of value in the upper digestive tract, appropriate research, and actually conducted research allowed us to create a guide that can help in making such an important decision. In addition to using probiotics in the form of supplements, you can also take Lactobacillus rhamnosus bacteria, which occurs in dairy products and is responsible for their shelf life. Research conducted in this area has shown that it works effectively in the digestive system, but there are circumstances that make Lactobacillus rhamnosus a pathogen. For this reason, the best solution is to use professional and tested probiotic therapy.
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Patryk Chodyniecki
Patryk Chodyniecki
A enthusiast of bodybuilding, swimming, and martial arts. Has been engaging in amateur strength sports for over 10 years, enjoying alternating between boxing, MMA, and swimming. Also interested in a broad understanding of supplementation and dietetics, which they progressively implement into their training.
A enthusiast of bodybuilding, swimming, and martial arts. Has been engaging in amateur strength sports for over 10 years, enjoying alternating between boxing, MMA, and swimming. Also interested in a broad understanding of supplementation and dietetics, which they progressively implement into their training.
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