PROBIOTIC 225 ( 15-3g Packets) by Godby Naturopathic

Ingredients

Lactobacillus acidophilus (La-14)†

Lactobacillus acidophilus is a beneficial bacteria strain that is normally found in the intestinal tract and mouth, and is commercially used in dairy products for the production of acidophilus-type yogurt. L. acidophilus ferments various carbohydrates to produce lactic acid, which increases the absorption and bioavailability of minerals, including calcium, copper, magnesium and manganese. The production of lactic acid also promotes health by creating an inhospitable environment for invading organisms.1 L. acidophilus has been shown to
protect intestinal cells by competing for adhesion space in the gut against harmful bacteria. The L. acidophilus strain in Probiotic
225 has been specifically chosen because of its strong adherence and survival attributes in the GI tract. It has been demonstrated
in vitro to tolerate exposure to gastric acid and bile salts, and has the ability to withstand certain medications.2

Lactobacillus plantarum (Lp-115)†

Lactobacillus plantarum is a beneficial bacteria commonly found in fermented foods including sauerkraut, pickles, brined olives and sourdough. L. plantarum has been found to compete against unwanted agents, due to the production of bacteriocins (lethal proteins) that inhibit bacterial growth.3 Studies have demonstrated that L. plantarum helps boost the immune response by stimulating Th1-mediated immunity.4

Bifidobacterium lactis (BI-04)†

Bifidobacterium lactis is predominantly found in the colon. A double-blind, randomized placebo-controlled trial on subjects receiving B. lactis or placebo for eight weeks found that B. lactis supported a balanced immune response in individuals hypersensitive to environmental allergens.5 Studies examining immune development and dietary supplementation with B. lactis have shown that it supports GI health by reducing intestinal permeability.6

Lactobacillus salivarius (Ls-33)†

Lactobacillus salivarius has been shown to produce bacteriocins which inhibit the growth of harmful organisms in the upper GI tract. It can withstand high concentrations of acids allowing L. salivarius to adhere and survive in the stomach and bind to gastric epithelial cells, while inhibiting unwanted agents with lactic acid production.7

Lactobacillus casei (Lc-11)†

The immune-regulating properties of Lactobacillus casei have been reported in several studies. L. casei has been shown to regulate inflammatory pathways and reduce oxidative stress, indicating an antioxidant effect.8 L. casei has also been shown to support immune function by increasing natural killer (NK) cell activity and maintain normal inflammatory balance.9

Bifidobacterium bifidum (Bb-06)†

Bifidobacterium bifidum has been shown to effectively compete with harmful organisms suggesting that B. bifidum’s lactic acid
and acetic acid production provides an antagonistic action against unwanted agents to help maintain microflora balance.10

Larch Arabinogalactan†

Larch arabinogalactan is a fermentable polysaccharide fiber from the Larch tree that enhances immunity by supporting the growth of beneficial gut microflora and strengthening the activity of NK cells.11 It has been found to minimize ammonia synthesis and absorption, enhance production of short chain fatty acids and increase the population of beneficial gut microflora. In one placebo-controlled, double-blind, randomized trial, arabinogalactan was found to boost