Now Foods 8 Billion Acidophilus & Bifidus, 120 Caps
Super Health
Healthy Intestinal Flora
Promotes Positive Probiotic Balance
Healthy Immune Support
GMP Quality Assured
A Dietary Supplement
This NOW product has been designed to provide a balanced blend of the two prominent species of resident intestinal bacteria.
Regular intake of beneficial probiotics can aid in maintaining healthy intestinal flora.
Suggested Use
As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule 1 to 2 times daily between meals or on an empty stomach. Consider taking these other NOW products: Fiber-3 and Optimal Digestive System.
Keep refrigerated to maintain potency.
For several decades, health and nutritional benefits have been claimed for products containing Lactobacillus cultures. The topical or intravaginal application of yogurt products has been reported to control yeast and bacterial infections.
L. acidophilus has been referred to as a probiotic, defined as microorganisms that have a beneficial effect on the host by improving the properties of the indigenous microflora. Products containing live cultures have been investigated for their ability to compete with pathogens in the microenvironment, thereby permitting the reestablishment of normal bacterial flora. Lactobacillus has long been considered to be a component of the protective flora in the vagina. Recently, Lactobacillusspecies that produce hydrogen peroxide have been found in normal vaginal flora. Consequently, the therapeutic benefits ofLactobacillus products have been investigated in women with vaginal and urinary tract infections. Its value in treating lower urinary tract infections remains unclear. Acidophilus has also been used to treat sore mouth caused by Candida infections. While some clinical studies are positive, more studies are needed to determine the exact therapeutic benefits of acidophilus.
