Bio-culture

Probiotics (Beneficial Bacteria)
Supplementation with probiotics increases the number of beneficial bacteria, which compete with pathogenic bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract for nutrient resources, as well as producing chemical substances that inhibit the growth of undesirable bacteria
Probiotics and the digestive system
On the above basis, the potential benefits of administering probiotics to infants as early as practicable should be apparent, since healthy gut bacteria acquired in infancy are likely to be the most important determinants of allergies and diseases of chronic inflammation later in life. Breast-feeding is generally recommended during the first 4-6 months of life, and probiotics can be advantageously consumed by mothers during pregnancy and breast-feeding. To this end, infant food formulas manufactured in some European countries contain probiotics. Abnormal gut bacteria trigger the release of pro-inflammatory substances (inflammatory cytokines), which are responsible for allergic or inflammatory responses by the immune system. It is possible to “reprogramme” this situation even in later life, by the introduction of suitable probiotic bacteria. Probiotic bacteria restore gut homeostasis by inhibiting the release of inflammatory cytokines, secreting antimicrobial substances (bacteriocins) that inhibit the growth of disease causing bacteria, and enhancing immune system defences (IgA antibody levels, macrophage/killer cell levels) to invasive pathogens. Natural levels of probiotic bacteria in the gut may be reduced by aging, poor diet, drinking alcohol, environmental pollution, stress, and certain types of prescription medicines (especially antibiotics).
What do you take Probiotics for?
Probiotics are beneficial for maintaining a healthy digestive system, during holiday travel, at times of stress, for individuals who take the contraceptive pill, and after courses of antibiotics. Levels of naturally occurring probiotic bacteria in the digestive tract decrease with age, which can be one of the reasons for poor digestion in the elderly.
How much Probiotics should you take?
It is recommended to take the equivalent of 10-20 billion viable probiotic bacteria per day. Probiotic supplements are best taken when encapsulated within an acid resistant gel matrix. The capsule is dissolved by acid in the stomach, but the viability of the bacteria is maintained by the protective gel, which in turn dissolves in the small intestine to release the beneficial bacteria. Many commercial probiotic formulations need to be stored in a refrigerator (inconvenient for travellers), contain relatively few viable bacteria (typically 0.1-2 billion), or are inactivated by the adverse environment of the stomach (before reaching the intestines).
 If taken during antibiotic treatment, allow three hours after each antibiotic dose before taking probiotics.

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