Probiotics
Lactobacillus acidophilus, or acidophilus for short is one of the most useful organisms in your
body. Acidophilus is a Probiotic, one of the organisms living in the stomach and the intestines which are
necessary for the correct absorption and assimilation of nutrients, as well as for the defence of your
digestive system against harmful organisms. These “intestinal flora”, as they are known, keep Candida, a
virulent strain of yeast which lives in the body, as well as other harmful organisms, in balance so that they
do not begin to overgrow and cause harm.
Lactobacillus acidophilus can be thrown out of balance by
many factors. These include the use of steroidal hormones, the consumption of excessively processed
food, a depressed immune system, and even some over the counter so-called remedies. But the most
common factor is the use and overuse of antibiotics. Broad spectrum antibiotics – that is,
antibiotics which kill not just one targeted organism, but any bacteria which they come into
contact with – devastate the digestive system, Killing off not just acidophilus but many other necessary bacteria which line the stomach and
intestinal walls.
Once the acidophilus is killed off, the yeast can move in, causing all manner of horrifying health problems.
Unexplained aches and pains, nausea, depression, moodiness, sexual dysfunction, and all manner of digestive
ailments, are just a few of the countless symptoms of candidiasis, or candida overgrowth. Once the acidophilus
is depleted, the health effects are almost inevitable. Fortunately, Lactobacillus acidophilus (or Probiotics) is really rather easy to
replenish.
There are many acidophilus pills on the market which, when eaten with a meal, can introduce billions of live
organisms back to the digestive system, to undo some of the damages which the antibiotics did. In addition,
yogurt contains live acidophilus cultures, and when added to the daily diet, is one of the most effective ways
to replenish acidophilus in the gut. If antibiotic use was frequent enough, however, more most be done to
fully recover from all of the damages.
One necessary step to restoring levels of friendly bacteria is to treat the candida overgrowth. This is
accomplished through a combination of different factors. A special diet, low in processed foods and simple
carbohydrates, and high in meats and lightly cooked vegetables is an essential first step. Probiotic
supplements (acidophilus) as well as a medicine to treat the
fungal infection, such as Diflucan, or an herbal supplement, will also be necessary.
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