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Probiotics: What Are They & Do I Need Them?

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probioticsHere at PEGym we know that your overall health directly affects your sexual health. You can have the biggest, hardest penis in the world, but if you aren’t physically healthy, the quality of your sex life is going to be diminished. So, let’s take a minute to talk about a relatively newcomer to health scene…

Probiotics.

You’ve probably seen commercials for these digestive aids, but what are probiotics? Who should take probiotics? What do probiotics do?

What Are Probiotics?

Probiotics are the good bacteria that line your digestive tract and support your body’s ability to absorb nutrients and fight infection. There are actually 10 times more probiotics in your gut than cells in the rest of your body.

Your good bacteria is also responsible for a number of other benefits including:

  • Producing Vitamin B-12, butyrate and Vitamin K2
  • Crowding out bad bacteria, yeast and fungi
  • Creating enzymes that destroy harmful bacteria
  • Stimulating secretion of IgA and regulatory T cells

When there is an imbalance in your gut from low levels of good bacteria, it becomes a breeding ground for bad bacteria, yeast, viruses, fungi and parasites. The only way to replace the essential good bacteria in your body is to eliminate foods that feed bad bacteria and start consuming probiotic-rich foods. Some foods, such as yogurt, have probiotics naturally in them. However, many people find it difficult to consume enough of these types of probiotic-rich foods to correct the imbalance and maintain a healthy gut. For this reason, probiotic supplements are now available to help keep your digestive system working optimally.

Should I Take Probiotics?

A variety of people can benefit from taking probiotics. The ultimate goal of probiotic supplements is to increase the “good” bacteria in your body. Certain things can reduce this good bacteria – like taking antibiotics and stress. Those who have a hard time digesting lactose can also benefit from probiotics. Those with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can often also benefit from probiotics. When you have enough good bacteria in your body, than your body works the way it should. Some of the most common issues that can benefit from probiotics are:

  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
  • Infectious diarrhea (caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites)
  • Antibiotic-related diarrhea
  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
  • Pollen-related allergies

Research also has shown probiotics can also help with:

  • Maintaining healthy cholesterol levels
  • Skin conditions, like eczema
  • Urinary and vaginal health
  • Preventing allergies and colds
  • Oral health
  • Cellular immunity

What are the Different Types of Probiotics?Good bacteria is absolutely essential to healthy gut flora. Good bacteria, such as Lactobacillus, are suggested to help with enhancing and stimulating a healthy immunity. Lactobacillus may also help to protect us from the adverse effects of bad bacteria.Lactobacillus is the most common probiotic. This type of probiotic is found naturally in yogurt and other fermented food, like kombucha. However, many people don’t consume enough of these foods (or simply don’t like the taste) to really improve their digestive health. There are several types of lactobacillus bacteria.

  • Lactobacillus acidophilus can be found in the intestinal tract in the gut. Lactobacillus acidophilus may assist in maintaining healthy intestinal flora.
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  • Lactobacillus plantarum is one of the most beneficial bacteria in your body. Lactobacillus plantarum is known for its suggested health benefits as a form of digestive support. It is also suggested to support healthy levels of cholesterol.
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  • Lactobacillus Paracasei is known for its suggested benefits in helping reduce the adverse effects of diarrhea in infants. It is also suggested to help reduce pollen related allergies and some have even had some reported benefits relating to the relief of symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome.

Bifidobacterium lactis is known for its suggested benefits in stimulating the body’s immune response. Bifidobacterium lactis is also suggested to enhance cellular immunity in the elderly.

Saccharomyces boulardii is a yeast in probiotics that can also help fight diarrhea, plus help with other digestive issues.

Bad bacteria, or what is otherwise referred to as pathogenic bacteria, are responsible for several adverse effects on the body. Commonly experienced effects include food poisoning, diarrhea, and stomach pains. There are several more complex and harmful bad bacteria strains that scientists are aware of that may lead to serious illness and in some cases even death.

Which Probiotic Should I Take?

probiotics 40-billionThere are an increasing number of probiotics products out there. Our favorite is Probiotic 40-Billion. As the name suggests, there are 40 billion probiotic bacteria in every capsule. This includes:

  • Lactobacillus acidophilus,
  • Bifidobacterium lactis,
  • Lactobacillus plantarum, and
  • Lactobacillus Paracasei

Plus, right now, they have a buy 3, get 1 free offer going on. So, healthy gut PLUS saving money EQUALS a win, in my book!

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NOTE: As always, if you have a medical concern, please see your doctor. Before taking any supplement, be sure to get approval from your doctor. As with all supplements, these are not evaluated by the United States Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

 

 

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