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Common Questions About Probiotics Answered

Common Questions About Probiotics Answered

What Are Probiotics?

Commonly known as living bacteria that inhabit our digestive system, “probiotic” literally means promotion of microorganism grown. 

Probiotics and probiotic supplements can include bacteria, bacterial spores, or fungi (yeast).


The Benefits of Probiotics

The Benefits of Probiotics

Probiotics have been shown to have a number of advantages in studies, including: Digestive health/issues: diarrhea, constipation, bloating, gas, acid reflux/Gerd, fat metabolism, mineral absorption, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD) Immune health/immune-mediated conditions: over 2⁄3 of a human’s immune system lives in the gut Weight management and metabolism Mental health/depression And more! Any statements or products mentioned herein this article are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.


What Are CFU’s?

What Are CFU’s?

What are CFUs? Colony Forming Units, or CFUs, are the count of probiotics that a manufacturing company guarantees are in one serving of the product b​y the expiry date.​ This means that prior to expiry, an individual dose of the product should technically contain more CFUs than is indicated on the bottle. Any statements or products mentioned herein this article are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.


Hormones Rely on The Proper Digestion and Absorption of Nutrients

Hormones Rely on The Proper Digestion and Absorption of Nutrients
A healthy gut microbiome is critical for proper nutrient synthesis and absorption. From macronutrients to micronutrients, it is gut bacteria that helps us to breakdown and utilize these nutrients, aiding in the regulation of hormones and neurotransmitters. 

Gut Health And Endometriosis

Gut Health And Endometriosis
Bring balance to the immune system! There is a strong connection between endometriosis and impaired immunity. Research suggests there is an autoimmune component. The microbiome or gut bacteria plays a HUGE role in immunity! You can start balancing by practicing the following tips below.
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