- Protects against gastrointestinal complaints
- Improves absorption of nutrients in the intestine
- Helps fight pathogens, protecting against infections
- Reduces constipation and improves intestinal peristalsis
- Supports cancer prevention
- Regulates blood cholesterol levels
- Restores normal intestinal flora
- Strengthens the body's immune system
Swanson Epic Pro is a dietary supplement containing 30 billion CFU of 25 strains of probiotic bacteria, 7 species of bifidobacteria and yeast from the species Saccharomyces boulardii, as well as vegetable fiber. All this given in a form that ensures it reaches the lower digestive tract, namely in DRcaps capsules resistant to gastric juice.
Probiotics and protection against infections
Probiotics are symbiotic bacteria and yeasts that promote the health of the entire body by acting in the digestive tract. One of their functions is to raise our body's defense capabilities against pathogens. This occurs, among other things, through the production by probiotic bacteria of acids that lower the pH to a level where pathogenic microorganisms are unable to function. Lactobacillus bacteria, which carry out lactic fermentation, are mainly responsible for producing these acids. They can also produce hydroxyl radicals and hydrogen peroxide, which inhibit the growth of some species of harmful bacteria. These substances mainly protect against infection by bacteria incapable of neutralizing them, causing inhibition of their growth and directly preventing infection.
Moreover, in addition to the aforementioned non-specific mechanism of fighting pathogenic bacteria, probiotic bacteria can also mobilize the immune system itself. The probiotics contained in the supplement, by interacting with lymphocytes and macrophages, activate them, which translates into an increase in their phagocytic capacity, that is, their ability to engulf and break down harmful microorganisms. For the same reason, the rate of production of antibodies that directly neutralize pathogens also increases.
The remarkable effects of bifidobacteria on the condition of the digestive tract
Bifidobacteria are a specific type of probiotic bacteria whose positive effects revolve around the health of the digestive tract, particularly the intestines. They provide an increase in the number of symbiotic bacteria already present in the intestine, and produce short-chain organic acids that protect against constipation and improve intestinal peristaltic movements.
Moreover, bifidobacteria promote more efficient absorption of substances by the mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract. They enable the absorption of more water from the digestive contents and elements such as sodium, calcium, magnesium and iron. In this way, they reduce the risk of deficiencies in these elements, which could cause additional ailments or conditions (such as anemia or painful muscle cramps).
Scientific research suggests that bifidogenic bacteria may have a role in preventing colon cancer, as they reduce the growth of bacteria that produce carcinogenic enzymes and may themselves produce anti-cancer substances.
What's more, the probiotics present in the formula reduce the absorption of fat from the gastrointestinal tract, which in turn translates into an improved lipid profile, including a reduction in the concentration of bad cholesterol in the blood.
Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) is a plant fiber naturally found in onions or asparagus. It is resistant to digestion, but can enhance the activity and growth of intestinal microflora. It can also reduce constipation, facilitate bowel movements and stimulate intestinal peristalsis.
Fiber is a substance that, when consumed, swells and gives a feeling of satiety. This carries certain benefits. By doing so, it can result in less food intake, which will be a big help for people losing weight, and also regulate glucose metabolism.
In conclusion, Swanson Epic Pro is a product that supports, through probiotic bacteria, the health of the digestive tract and improves its functioning. The ingredients in the supplement enable more efficient absorption of water and macronutrients and protect against infections. In addition, vegetable fiber provides relief from gastrointestinal complaints such as constipation and abdominal pain.
