- Complex of live probiotic bacteria cultures and prebiotic
- Regulates digestion and promotes normal bowel movements
- Comes in the form of tasty easily dissolvable chewing gums
- Reduces the risk of diarrhea caused by rotavirus
- Can be used during and after antibiotic treatment
- Contributes to strengthening the immune system
- Contains only one carefully selected bacterial strain
- Promotes restoration of physiological intestinal microflora
- Helps with functional abdominal pain
- Suitable for children who are at least 2 years old
- Does not require refrigerated storage
Nordic Naturals Probiotic Gummies Kids is a synbiotic that combines a single, carefully selected strain of probiotic bacteria (Bacillus coagulans) with prebiotic fiber. Each serving provides as much as 1.5 billion live microorganisms.
The formula was designed mainly with children in mind. It can be administered to toddlers who are at least 2 years old. There are no contraindications to its use in older children and adults. The supplement comes in the form of tasty, easily dissolvable chewing gums.
Bacillus coagulans are Gram-positive, relatively anaerobic bacteria that have GRAS status and are considered probiotic bacteria. They produce lactic acid and are one of the few probiotic bacterial species capable of forming endospores, or spore forms, which helps to successfully colonize the colon.
Prebiotic fiber differs from a probiotic in that it does not contain any bacterial cultures. Instead, it provides substances that are a nutrient for beneficial microorganisms. They stimulate the growth and development of beneficial bacterial flora, and contribute to the sealing of the intestinal barrier.
Restoration of the normal rhythm of bowel movements
The presented preparation can be helpful when trying to develop a normal bowel movement rhythm in children. It works very well with intractable constipation of functional origin. This problem affects a large group of pediatric patients, and the etiology of the disease is not fully understood. In studies conducted with children suffering from functional constipation, significant improvement was obtained after supplementation with a product containing probiotic bacteria B. coagulans and prebiotic fiber.
Researchers speculate that an imbalance of the colonic microflora may play a role in the pathophysiology of chronic constipation. Hence the interest in B. coagulans and other probiotic bacteria capable of producing lactic acid, which lowers the pH of the colon, which in turn has a beneficial effect on peristalsis.
Antidiarrheal effect
The presented preparation favorably modulates the intestinal microflora and increases the number of beneficial microorganisms. It is recommended as an adjunct to antibiotic therapy. Unfortunately, during treatment with antibiotics, some of the beneficial bacterial flora is destroyed, which promotes the spread of pathogenic microorganisms. The result is often diarrhea and abdominal pain. This can be avoided by using probiotics.
In addition, scientific studies have proven the effectiveness of Bacillus coagulansstrains in stopping so-called traveler's diarrhea and diarrhea accompanying irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Probiotics based on this strain can also be used in children suffering from diarrhea caused by rotavirus.
Relieving functional abdominal pain
Functional abdominal pain is a very common functional gastrointestinal disorder that affects school-aged children. Its causes are not fully understood, hence the great difficulty in selecting effective drug therapy. It turns out that probiotics and prebiotics can be very helpful.
In a randomized, placebo-controlled study, a synbiotic containing the probiotic bacteria Bacillus coagulans and prebiotic fiberwas shown to effectively relieve abdominal pain of unknown origin in children and adolescents, with no side effects.
Strengthening immunity
It is worth remembering that the body's immunity largely depends on the condition of the gut. A certain number of cells of the immune system (including T and B lymphocytes, macrophages, granulocytes, mast cells) are located precisely within the mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract. Scientific studies indicate that there is a correlation between probiotic intake and reduced susceptibility to infections.
Better absorption of nutrients
The presented preparation can help improve the absorption of nutrients, especially minerals such as calcium and magnesium, which are very important for the proper growth and development of the young body. This is due to prebiotic fiber. Its fermentation in the large intestine results in the formation of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), which help lower the pH and stimulate the proliferation of colon epithelial cells. Under such conditions, mineral salts dissolve much better and are more available to the body.
In conclusion, Nordic Naturals Probiotic Gummies Kids is a single-strain dietary supplement, ideal for children over the age of two. It will work great for common gastrointestinal ailments experienced by young patients. It can also be used preventively.
