EcoDophilus is a supplement that supplies a combination of four different strains of probiotic — live organisms known to confer benefit to the health of the digestive tract and to support the well being of the immune system.
To ensure the viability of these very sensitive organisms, the probiotics are freeze-dried and then encapsulated and packed within a triple blister film that protects them from the damaging effects of oxygen and moisture right up to the moment they’re consumed. Because of this, EcoDophilus does not need to be refrigerated.
Kefir and Bulgaricus are the oldest-known probiotics, whilst Acidophilus and Bifido bacteria are amongst the most widely researched. The EcoDophilus combination has received wide acclaim from nutritionists and naturopaths alike.
Why The Hering Clinic Recommends this Product
Lactobacillus acidophilus
Lactobacillus acidophilus is a well-studied microflora species that’s highly resistant to gastric acidity and is able to proliferate in the presence of bile. One of the main functions of L acidophilus is to provide aid in the digestion process (Sinn et al:2008). It assists in the production of digestive enzymes, helps to reduce lactose intolerance, and decreases antibiotic side effects such as diarrhoea and yeast infections (Gaon D et al.:2002)
Bifidobacterium
Bifidobacterium Lactis is one of the most important strains of beneficial bacteria normally found in the gut (Tanaka R). It has been shown to improve digestive functions such as reducing digestive discomfort reduce IBS symptoms, reduce diarrhoea, normalise bowel movements (Meurman et al.:1995); it has also been shown to enhance immunity, improve cholesterol, and reduce celiac symptoms (Rolfe RD: 2000)
Kefir
Kefir grains constitute both lactose-fermenting yeasts (Kluyveromyces marxianus) and non–lactose fermenting yeasts (Saccharomyces unisporus, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, and Saccharomyces exiguus). It is believed that these probiotics deliver beneficial bacteriato the gut, improving gastrointestinal health, and may protect against Antibiotic associated diarrhoea (Merenstein MD et al.:2009)
Lactobacillus Bulgaricus
Lactobacillus bulgaricus helps the body break down certain enzymes such as lactose; this can aid the digestive process, particularly for people who are lactose intolerant. The friendly bacteria also helps to promote the growth of other beneficial bacteria and help maintain a healthy immune system (Gibson GR et al.:2005). Because L. Bulgaricus has antibiotic properties, it can help prevent infections and prevent the proliferation of pathogenic microorganisms in the gut (Baricault L:1995)
Directions for Use
Recommended adult intake:
Maintenance intake: 1-2 capsules daily, with food
Intensive: Up to 2 capsules, 3 times daily
Children from 2 years old:
may take 1 capsule daily. Capsules can simply be pulled apart and the contents sprinkled into cold food, such as yogurt, or drinks
Ingredients
2 capsules daily provide 20 billion viable cells of:
Lactobacillus Kefir
Lactobacillus acidophilus
Lactobacillus bulgaricus
Bifidobacterium lactis in a base of cellulose.
Yeast, Dairy & Gluten free. Suitable for Vegan and Vegetarians.
References
Daniel J. Merenstein, MD; Jennifer Foster, BA; Frank D’Amico, PhD. (2009). A randomised clinical trial measuring the influence of Kefir on antibiotic associated diarrohea. Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. 163(8)
Gaon D, Garmendia C, Murrielo NO, de Cucco Games A, Cerchio A, Quintas R, González SN, Oliver G. Effect of Lactobacillus strains (L. casei and L. Acidophillus Strains cerela) on bacterial overgrowth-related chronic diarrhea. Medicina (B Aires). 2002;62(2):159-63
G.R. Gibson, A.L. McCartney and R.A. Rastall. (2005) Prebiotics and resistance to gastrointestinal infections. The British Journal of Nutrition. 93 (1), , pp. 531-4.
L Baricault. (1995). Inhibitory effects of freeze-dried milk fermented by selected Lactobacillus bulgaricus strains on carcinogenesis induced by 1,2-dimethylhydrazine in rats and by diethylnitrosamine in hamsters. Cancer Letters, 147(1-2): 125-37.
Meurman, J. H., Antila, H., Korhonen, A. & Salminen, S. (1995) Effect of Lactobacillus rhamnosus strain GG (ATCC 53103) on the growth of Streptococcus sobrinus in vitro. Eur. J. Oral Sci. 103: 253–258.
Rolfe, R. D. (2000). The Role of Probiotic Cultures in the Control of Gastrointestinal Health. J. Nutr. 130: 396-396
Sinn DH, Song JH, Kim HJ, Lee JH, Son HJ, Chang DK, Kim YH, Kim JJ, Rhee JC, Rhee PL Therapeutic Effect of Lactobacillus acidophilus-SDC 2012, 2013 in Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Dig Dis Sci. 2008 Feb 15
Tanaka R. Clinical Effects of Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli. Yakult Central Institute for Microbiological Research. Tokyo. Japan. Available at http://www.old-herborn-university.de/literature/books/OHUni_book_8_article_11.pdf
