BY PROBIOTICS EXPERT: DR. RAGA

Culturelle Probiotic

What is Culturelle Probiotic?

Culturelle probiotic is a dietary supplement which contains one of the most effective strains of probiotics or good bacteria, Lactobacillus GG.

Culturelle probiotic claims that it is the only probiotic brand which has 100% Lactobacillus GG incorporated in it.

Probiotic products such as Culturelle are very integral in achieving optimal health, especially digestive health and immune system strength.

What are the ingredients of Culturelle Probiotic?

Culturelle prides itself for including 100% Lactobacillus GG incorporated in their products. It also contains about 10 billion live active cells of Lactobacillus GG.

Other ingredients used in the production of Culturelle Probiotic are Microcrystalline Cellulose and Gelatin (Capsule).

What is Lactobacillus GG?

This is referred to as the most clinically studied bacteria for digestive, immune system, and overall health.

Was discovered in 1985 at Tufts University in Boston, MA

Lactobacillus GG is a probiotic strain which is sticky, strong, and fertile enough to be able to withstand the acidic environment in the stomach. Also, this strain is also said to be able to colonize the intestines successfully.

How does Culturelle Probiotic work?

The body is made of millions , maybe billions, of bacteria. There are the good and the bad bacteria.

Normally, a healthy body has a balance of good and bad bacteria. However, factors such as stress, diet, travel, and some medications can alter this balance.

When the bad bacteria outnumber the good ones, problems in the digestive tract and overall health may arise. These problems include occasional bloating, irregularity, diarrhea, and poor digestion. This is where probiotics work their magic.

How does Culturelle Probiotic work?

70% of the immune system resides in the intestines. This is why the body’s overall health depends on the core or digestive health.

With balance of bacteria in the intestines, immune system and digestive health becomes improved and restored.

Culturelle Probiotic works by delivering the optimal amount of needed good bacteria to the intestines though three ways.

How does Culturelle Probiotic work?

First, Culturelle probiotic capsules are packaged by using double-foil to protect against light, air, moisture, and heat. With this kind of packaging, the probiotics, Lactobacillus GG, can retain its maximum potency and stability.

Second, with its double-foiled packaging, Culturelle is able to survive the stomach acid.

Lastly, adequate amount of probiotics reach the intestines to do their work in improving the digestive health and immune system.

Therapeutic Uses of Culturelle Probiotic

1. Digestive Health Good nutrition doesn’t only depend on healthy eating

but also relies in good digestive health to promote optimal functioning of the body.

In order to improve digestive health, there must be a natural balance between good and bad bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract.

With the aid of Lactobacillus GG, proper digestive function can be restored. This is due to its ability to stick or adhere to the intestinal walls which are responsible for maintaining normal digestive function.

Culturelle probiotics can also help in relieving bloating, gas, and discomfort.

Therapeutic Uses of Culturelle Probiotic

2. Immune HealthEveryday, the body is exposed to pathogens (disease-

causing microorganisms) such as viruses, bacteria, and fungi. These microorganisms want to enter the body to live there.

In order to prevent the pathogens from invading the body, the immune system performs its functions.

70% of the immune system is located at the digestive tract. To ensure its health, a plenty number of good bacteria should be maintained to achieve balance in the intestinal flora.

Together with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, Culturelle probiotics can strengthen the immune system.

How to take Culturelle Probiotic?

Culturelle can be taken with or without food at any time everyday. It’s capsule can also be opened and its powder contents can be mixed with any cool food or beverage.

For adults and children who are over 100 lbs, they are advised to consume one capsule of Culturelle everyday.

For children who are aged 3 and up, they are recommended to take one chewable tablet daily.

For children 1-3 years of age, they are allowed to have 1 packet of Culturelle probiotic mixed into their food or drinks.

Side effects of Culturelle Probiotic

Though Culturelle is clinically proven to be safe and effective, there are rare occasions wherein mild bloating, digestive gurgling, or gas may be experienced when taking it for the first time.

Also, there are no known Culturelle probiotic drug interactions and can safely interact with other supplements and drugs, such as antibiotics.

My Favorite Probiotic

Even though Culturelle probiotic is considered a high level probiotic, it is not my favorite. My favorite probiotic is without a doubt Probacto.

Probacto does not use a single strain of beneficial bacteria, but uses multiple strains of high end bacteria.

Probacto also provides you with prebiotics so that your beneficial bacteria can thrive.

Probacto guarantee’s 13.6 Billion bacteria until the expiration date.

Conclusion

Probiotics have been one of the most beneficial supplements that are available in the market today. Most of the probiotic products are made naturally. Also, side effects accompanying its use are really not common. Due to the fact that probiotics are categorized as supplements, their production is not that strictly regulated. Though that is the case, there have been many medical claims coming from different probiotics companies. To ensure that the consumer gets the best out of it, its use, contents, side effects, and reviews should be researched well.