It was in December 2014 the Daily Mail ran a story about supplements and in general aimed at the Probiotic and how they are not as good as they proclaimed. Then this year the Mail ran another story, which seemed to throw out the picture that the Probiotics were a much better idea than they first thought. Now we have all read that one day FAT makes you fat, then the next message is that FAT does not make you FAT. Which is very true, it’s sugar that makes you FAT. It must surely be confusing that same broad sheet has two differing views. No not really should be your answer. Almost every body and every company will have circumstances that can change your view. A little knowledge they say can be harmful.
Lets look at the facts and see if taking a probiotic really is worth it.
What can be a benefit of a Friendly Bacteria?
Most of us have heard the words “friendly bacteria”, that it can be found in a variety of foods, fortified milks and some face creams.
How would this help people and what benefit could you get from taking a Probiotic?
186 patients took part in a trail at Kings College Hospital, where some were given a placebo and the others a Probiotic. 12 weeks into the trail, there was a marked change in the non-placebo patients. The improvements were a moderate to severe change in stomach pain in the IBS patients.
Any other health benefits?
Anyone who suffers from the condition SAD, (Seasonal Affective Disorder). Would benefit from taking a Probiotic along with a vitamin D. During the winter months with a lack of sunshine, some people suffer and feel down or low and can even have a depressed state of mind. Having a good balanced GUT or gastrointestinal tract will boost the amount of Vitamin D you absorb. This will have a remarkable change in your well being and go a long way in your overall health.
Another bonus in taking a probiotic is by defending you against a well known bout of “Holiday Tummy”. By taking a probiotic each side for at least 2 weeks and while away, this should give you a greater protection and lower the risk of that tummy upset, interfering with your holiday.