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Health Issue Content InformationWhy Probiotics?
Probiotics are live strains of ‘good’ bacteria, which help our digestive system work efficiently, e.g. bifidus, lactobacillus and acidophilus. A probiotic may be defined as: A preparation or product containing viable, defined micro-organisms in sufficient numbers, which alter the microflora of the host intestine and, by that, exert beneficial health effects on the host.
With food processing, pollution and antibiotic therapy, the numbers of bacteria living naturally in our gut are reduced. It is essential to supplement these ‘good’ bacteria into the digestive tract following a course of antibiotic therapy. We now know that up to 80% of our general health condition is determined by the health function of our digestive system. If you have a digestive tract that is out of balance and not functioning as nature intended (this can include ‘symptoms’ such as diarrhea, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, allergies, skin irritations, bacterial, viral, and fungal/yeast infections, and many more) it is virtually impossible for you to be a healthy person. Conversely, if your digestive system IS functioning well, it is extremely unlikely that you will be a chronically ill individual. Consider your current health situation and take action today if necessary.
Friendly bacteria in your gut do the following:
We recommend probiotics pearls as the supplement of choice. The reason is that these cultures are very susceptible to the acid in our stomachs. The pearl formulations stay intact until they reach the small intestine, thereby eliminating the acid kill, which can be as great as 90%, and delivering 1 billion cultures to their home in your intestines.
Stop Digestive Problems Today! You don’t have to live with heartburn, indigestion, gas, or bloating.
More than 80 million people (approximately 1 in 4) are believed to suffer from such discomfort at least once a week and two of the most successful prescriptions in history are for digestive discomfort. Though many suffer, few have t. Nearly every digestive complaint is caused from an inability to properly digest the food(s) consumed. The simple solution in such cases is enzymes. Enzymes are responsible for breaking down the foods we eat, delivering the nutrients found in those foods to every cell of the body and removing any toxins or ingredients that may be in the food that the body will not derive any benefit from. Life’s Energy Enzymes do so much more than relieve the symptoms often associated with digestive distress or disorders. They are the foundation to good health. Enzymes are energized protein molecules. They have been called the “spark of life”, the “vitality of life”, and the “energy of life”. The word enzyme literally means life. When we wake up tired, catch a cold, can't recall the name of our first born child, or find ourselves sleeping during an important seminar, we don't say, “I wish I had more enzymes,” we say, “I wish I had more energy.” To fully comprehend the benefits we must first understand what digestion is, and the vital role enzymes (energy) play in this process.
Digestion: The Basics Digestion begins in the mouth where the act of chewing breaks down and grinds the food into smaller pieces to be swallowed. Think of the mouth as a food processor where mixing and grinding takes place. Here is where three different types of the enzyme amylase are secreted to digest the carbohydrates we eat. We then swallow the food and it travels to the stomach. There are two sections of the stomach. The Cardiac section (upper) is what Dr. Howell called the food enzyme stomach. This is where the majority of the carbohydrate digestion occurs due to the activity of the amylase found in the saliva. Only the raw foods we eat that have not been cooked or processed are digested in this section of the stomach. This is because these foods contain the enzymes that nature provides to break down the proteins, fats, and carbohydrates that are part of that particular food. The food stays here about 30 to 45 minutes then enters the lower section or Pyloric section of the stomach. The Pyloric section of the stomach is where the enzyme pepsin and HCl is (Hydrochloric acid) are secreted for protein digestion. The amount of protein consumed and the efficiency of the individual’s digestive system will dictate the length of time the food remains in this portion of the stomach. It is usually about two hours. The combined activity of Hydrochloric acid, pepsin, and muscular movement result in a thoroughly mixed watery solution called chyme. Chyme leaves the stomach and enters the small intestine. When the chyme enters the small intestine (duodenum) it is next with the enzyme lipase from the pancreas, and bile secreted a by the gallbladder for fat digestion. The acid is neutralized by bicarbonate ions, which the pancreas also manufactures, and secretes. It is at this point that the body takes a type of inventory of what we have eaten and what has been digested. It then determines the additional amount of enzymes (or energy) that will be needed to finish the process. The pancreas will continue to manufacture and secrete them as needed. This is called the Law of adaptive see creation. The body will only make the amount of enzymes required to digest, assimilate, and transport the fats, proteins, carbohydrates, and vitamins and minerals found in the foods we consume. As food continues to travel through the intestinal tract it finally enters the large intestine. The large intestine is basically responsible for absorbing water and ionic compounds (electrolytes). Much of this is actually re-absorbing what the body has provided in the way of gastric juices. The large intestine is also home to a number of different kinds of bacteria. These beneficial bacteria live off of some of the foods that make it this far without being digested. Finally the waste is eliminated. This entire process normally takes 3 to 10 days. 80% of your energy When we eat a meal, we often take for granted the process that is initiated that we casually call digestion. The fact is that 80% of all the energy we will use in our entire lifetime will be spent on this amazing process. This leaves a mere 20% to handle all other processes of the body. Imagine if you could get back even a small percentage of that energy to assist in immune function, endocrine function, or cardiovascular function. The possibility exists that could change both the length of your life and the way in which you live it. Digestive Problems The symptoms that often occur which caused digestive discomfort are the result of an inability to efficiently break down and absorb the essential nutrients found in the foods we eat. For example, common gas and bloating is often a problem breaking down carbohydrates in the form of raw vegetables or beans. Acid indigestion is often caused by a problem breaking down protein. Though many people may tend to dismiss such "minor" symptoms as an inconvenience, it is important to provide the body with the support it needs during these times so as not to develop anything more serious overtime. Increase your energy As you have no doubt figured out by now, the more we eat, the more energy our body will spend digesting what we have consumed. For many who choose most of their foods from a fast food menu or eat large portions of cooked and processed foods they are spending needless amounts of energy on the difficult job they have forced upon their digestive system. One of the best choices we can make is to eat living foods. Raw (living) foods have the ability to digest 5% to 75% of themselves in the Cardiac section of the stomach. This one act alone will free up enormous amounts of energy and reduce the common symptoms of digestive distress (gas, bloating, indigestion, and heartburn) while supporting other body functions and helping maintain optimal health. Of course, as mentioned earlier, another simple solution to the energy crisis is to provide the body with supplemental digestive enzymes with every meal. These enzyme supplements have the ability to assist the body in breaking down or digesting the foods we consume, regardless of our food choices. Look for an enzyme supplement that contains high active units of numerous enzymes. The four main categories of enzymes responsible for digestion of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and fiber are called proteases, lipases, amylases, and cellulase respectively. 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