- Revolutionary formula containing 16 bacterial strains (!).
- Helps digest products containing lactose
- Contains Great Salt Lake mineral complex
- Rebuilds microflora after antibiotic therapy
- Supports absorption of nutrients
- Creates protection against pathogens
- Strengthens the immune system
- Contains FOS prebiotic
- Improves digestion
Swanson 'sUltimate 16 Strain Probiotic is an advanced synbiotic containing 16 probiotic and prebiotic strains (FOS) to support the gut and entire digestive system. The formula is further enhanced with a complex of naturally occurring minerals from Great Salt Lake.
What are probiotics and prebiotics?
Probiotics are live cultures of bacteria and yeast living in the human digestive system designed to maintain normal physiological flora. They fight pathogenic bacteria and ensure proper homeostasis in the intestines.
Prebiotics are substances treated as a nutrient for good bacteria in the digestive system, which are introduced as a kind of stimulant for the growth of microorganisms in the body.
What kind of preparation is called a sybiotic?
A synbiotic is a preparation that contains both probiotic and prebiotic bacteria, which in combination have the best effect on maintaining a healthy bacterial flora. This is because it has been proven that the addition of prebiotics has a strong effect on human health - it accelerates the process of regeneration of intestinal microflora, reduces the risk of pathogen colonization, regulates blood cholesterol levels and increases the assimilation of minerals such as magnesium, zinc and iron.
Synbiotic "Ultimate 16 Strain Probiotic" in its composition contains the following ingredients:
FOS (fructooligosaccharides) - naturally found in fruits and vegetables, i.e.: artichoke, chicory, onions or bananas. These are substances called prebiotics, resistant to the action of digestive enzymes, which help in the development of normal bacterial flora.
Bifidobacterium longum - strain especially helpful during antibiotic treatment, stimulates the immune system to work harder. Soothes irritation from the digestive system.
Lactobacillus acidophilus - otherwise known as lactic acid bacillus, used in the production of dairy products. Participates in the production of B vitamins. Has the function of cleansing the digestive system of toxins and metabolic by-products.
Bifidobacterium bifidum - Helps maintain an adequate vaginal pH. Bacterial strain particularly helpful with acute and chronic diarrhea. Reduces the risk of E.Coli infection.
Bifidobacterium brave - Exhibits antifungal and antibacterial activity. It relieves constipation, gas, bloating and other gastrointestinal complaints.
Bifidobacterium lactis - helps the body digest lactose. In addition, by its immune system-stimulating effect, it is recommended for people with celiac disease and ulcerative colitis.
Lactobacillus brevis - improves the functioning of the stomach and intestines, especially helpful in combating diarrhea in young children. Supports adequate heart function.
Lactobacillus bulgaricus - Used in industry to produce yogurt. One of the primary strains used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis.
Lactobacillus casei - Prevents diarrhea arising during antibiotic treatment. Helpful during the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome IBS and Crohn's disease.
Lactobacillus Helvetius - used in the dairy industry, has been shown to regulate the digestive system or stimulate the immune system to fight pathogens.
Lactobacillus plantarum - reduce the risk of colon cancer. Helpful in antibiotic treatment, it maintains the balance between good and bad microorganisms.
Lactobacillus rhamnosus - a bacterial strain that shows mood-enhancing and anxiety-reducing effects, so it has found use in treating symptoms of depression. Moreover, it has glycemic-regulating properties.
Lactobacillus salivarius - supports the immune system, helps with dairy intolerances and helps maintain adequate blood cholesterol levels.
Lactococcus lactis - improve digestive processes and help fight free radicals in the body.
Streptococcus thermophilus - counteract diarrhea during antibiotic treatment, especially helpful in people during chemotherapy. They may reduce the risk of colon cancer.
Bifidobacterium infantis - Helps relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome and strengthens the immune system. It improves and speeds up digestive processes.
Why are probiotics so important for us?
Probiotics nourish and improve the work of our intestines, which are responsible for proper digestion, absorption of nutrients from food and regular bowel movements. An inadequate diet rich in processed foods, taking medications (especially antibiotics), and excessive alcohol consumption lead to an exhaustion of the intestinal microflora and a preponderance of bad bacteria, which adversely affect the state of the bacterial flora in the digestive system.
As numerous studies have shown, intestinal problems can be responsible for a number of diseases. People with abnormal gut microflora with a preponderance of pathogenic bacteria have been observed to suffer from conditions such as: asthma, acne or ADHD in children.
Communication between the gut and the brain
The fact that the gut can communicate with the brain has been supported by many scientific studies. Lack of the right strains of bacteria in the gut contributes to mood changes, increased aggression, obsessive-compulsive disorder and depression.
Healthy gut and weight loss
Imbalances in the intestinal microflora contribute significantly to excessive fat accumulation. Taking probiotic-rich supplements helps to properly maintain body weight and prevent obesity.
In summary, Swanson 's Ultimate 16 Strain Probiotic is a revolutionary and highly advanced synbiotic that contains both probiotic and prebiotic bacteria, which perfectly take care of the proper intestinal balance, helping to improve digestive processes, support the immune system and increase the absorption of minerals from food. Particularly helpful in the fight against conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease and ulcerative colitis.
