Lactobacillus Acidophilus
Lactobacillus Acidophilus
Lactobacillus Acidophilus Health Benefits
L. acidophilus is a probiotic bacteria that naturally occurs in the human gut and is found in fermented foods such as kombucha, kefir, sauerkraut and miso.
Manufacturers also add L. acidophilus to yogurt and other dairy products.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
CFS is a long-term condition that can cause a variety of different symptoms, such as:
extreme tiredness and lethargy
concentration and memory difficulties
muscle or joint pain
feeling generally unwell
sleep issues
Doctors do not fully understand CFS or what causes it. However, some researchers believe that gut health, and specifically gut bacteria, may play a role in its development.
Lactose Intolerance
L. Acidophilus bacteria helps the digestive system break down sugars, such as lactose, into lactic acid.
Lactose intolerance is caused by a deficiency of the intestinal enzyme lactase that splits lactose into two smaller sugars, glucose and galactose, and allows lactose to be absorbed from the intestine. Virtually all individuals are born with lactase and the ability to digest lactose.
Yeast infections
Overgrowth of Candida, a type of yeast that occurs naturally on the human body, can cause itching and painful skin. Vaginal yeast infections are common, and it can take several days for over-the-counter or prescription remedies to work.
Some people notice that they get yeast infections following treatment with antibiotics This may be because the drugs kill both the good and bad bacteria.
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) & Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis are types of IBD. They are long-term conditions that cause inflammation in parts of the digestive tract. Symptoms can vary considerably, but typically include diarrhea, cramping, and weight loss.
Some studies suggest that probiotic treatment may help manage these conditions. For instance, a 2013 meta-analysis, which examined the results of 23 randomized controlled trials, found higher rates of symptom-free periods among people with active ulcerative colitis who used probiotics.