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The best probiotics for IBS, according to a nutritionist
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2024
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This blog post provides a high level overview of how probiotics might help IBS (and also whether they might worsen symptoms), and reviews the evidence for specific probiotic strains for each type of IBS i.e. IBS-D, IBS-C, IBS-A/M and IBS-U. There are links throughout to obtain more in-depth information on the condition and the probiotic strains via the Probiotic Professionals site.
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Which Probiotics are best for IBD?
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2024
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It is thought that imbalances in gut flora may contribute to the pathogenesis of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) suggesting probiotics may be a useful intervention. This blog post reviews the evidence for using specific strains of probiotics (namely E.Coli and Saccharomyces boulardii) in both Ulcerative Colitis (UC) and Crohn’s Disease. Additional research is needed in this field although advances in research could show promise for the utilisation of probiotics in the future.
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All about your vaginal flora
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2023
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OptiBac take a deep dive into the vaginal microbiome and the role of Lactobacillus which is estimated to make up approximately 95% of the average vaginal flora. The production of both lactic acid and hydrogen peroxide are two key processes which help to prevent the growth of unfavourable strains of bacteria and yeast that may cause health infections such as thrush and bacterial vaginosis. The article explores vaginal microbiome changes during life stages such as puberty, pregnancy and menopause, which are thought to be attributed largely to oestrogen fluctuations given the influence of oestrogen on glycogen levels, the main food source for Lactobacillus. Besides hormonal shifts, some additional triggers for vaginal infection are reviewed and the mechanisms involved, including sexual intercourse, high sugar diets, antibiotics, stress and the use of hygiene products.
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Probiotics for Psoriasis
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2022
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This blog post looks at the evidence for dysbiosis and intestinal permeability (IP) as a causative factor for autoimmune conditions like psoriasis development although it is questionable which comes first, the IP or the psoriasis. The involvement of streptococcus infection in the pathogenesis of guttate psoriasis is also reviewed. Although the research for the use of probiotics for psoriasis is limited this article explores which strains may be beneficial.