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One Third of Probiotics, "Good Bacteria" Products Like Acidophilus, Found to be Worthl
- 7-11-2001
- Categorized in: Bacteria
Having studied 55 products labeled "probiotic," Belgian biologists conclude that in fact, not every product that claims to be "probiotic" actually contains the bacteria associated with this claim. In addition, in many cases the researchers found bacteria other than those named on the label.
"Probiotic" refers to foods that contain certain bacteria, which are said to have beneficial effects on colon flora and the immune system.
The researchers studied the micro-flora of 25 dairy products and 30 powdered products that are used as nutritional supplements. More than a third of the powdered products contained no living bacteria whatsoever - unlike the dairy products, which contained up to a billion living microorganisms per milliliter.
In identifying the bacteria, they found that only thirteen percent of the products contained all bacteria types included on the label.
Meanwhile, in one third of all the products, the researchers found other bacteria not listed on the label. However, these could be classified as harmless. The researchers criticize that the packaging often features incorrect, but nice-sounding bacteria names. They say that in the interest of the consumer, it is necessary to have label the products correctly.
101st General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology (ASM), Orlando, Florida; May 2001
Dr. Mercola's Comments:
This is so sad to find out and most unfortunate. As many of you know I am not a big fan of supplements. However, I recommend to ALL my new patients that they start on a bottle of the current high-quality probiotic supplement we have in our office.
This is because the nutritional root of many of our health concerns are related to an optimized balance of intestinal bacteria. Following the proper food choices will help shift the bacteria. But, just like your lawn, it is wise to "reseed" areas that have become barren for whatever reason.
Normally, one does not require chronic use of these supplements, but I have found them to be incredibly helpful when one goes off the food program and consumes large quantities of sugars and grains or is placed on antibiotics.
Additionally, they may be useful when traveling to foreign countries or when eating at suspicious restaurants. I have found that using a high-quality probiotic every 30-60 minutes will typically help maintain a healthy digestive system.
It is quite amazing that only 13% contained all bacteria types on the label and over 33% had no living organisms whatsoever.
© Copyright 2008 Dr. Joseph Mercola. All Rights Reserved.
"Probiotic" refers to foods that contain certain bacteria, which are said to have beneficial effects on colon flora and the immune system.
The researchers studied the micro-flora of 25 dairy products and 30 powdered products that are used as nutritional supplements. More than a third of the powdered products contained no living bacteria whatsoever - unlike the dairy products, which contained up to a billion living microorganisms per milliliter.
In identifying the bacteria, they found that only thirteen percent of the products contained all bacteria types included on the label.
Meanwhile, in one third of all the products, the researchers found other bacteria not listed on the label. However, these could be classified as harmless. The researchers criticize that the packaging often features incorrect, but nice-sounding bacteria names. They say that in the interest of the consumer, it is necessary to have label the products correctly.
101st General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology (ASM), Orlando, Florida; May 2001
Dr. Mercola's Comments:
This is so sad to find out and most unfortunate. As many of you know I am not a big fan of supplements. However, I recommend to ALL my new patients that they start on a bottle of the current high-quality probiotic supplement we have in our office.
This is because the nutritional root of many of our health concerns are related to an optimized balance of intestinal bacteria. Following the proper food choices will help shift the bacteria. But, just like your lawn, it is wise to "reseed" areas that have become barren for whatever reason.
Normally, one does not require chronic use of these supplements, but I have found them to be incredibly helpful when one goes off the food program and consumes large quantities of sugars and grains or is placed on antibiotics.
Additionally, they may be useful when traveling to foreign countries or when eating at suspicious restaurants. I have found that using a high-quality probiotic every 30-60 minutes will typically help maintain a healthy digestive system.
It is quite amazing that only 13% contained all bacteria types on the label and over 33% had no living organisms whatsoever.
© Copyright 2008 Dr. Joseph Mercola. All Rights Reserved.
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