Nutritional Approaches To Healthy Intestinal Bacteria
Friday, August 18, 2006
Yogurt and probiotics. Studies have shown that daily ingestion of 150 mL of yogurt enriched with live Lactobacillus acidophilus can increase levels of friendly intestinal bacteria in the rectum and vagina. Studies have shown that a daily cup of yogurt significantly reduces the risk of candida infection and colonization. This therapy is generally well tolerated, except among people with specific milk protein allergies. Even people who are lactose intolerant oftentimes find that yogurt is tolerable.
Fructooligosaccharides. Fructooligosaccharides are a form of sugar that has been shown to boost friendly intestinal bacteria levels. One teaspoon (4 g) daily of fructooligosaccharide promotes the proliferation of friendly bifido bacteria in the gut.
Other Nutrients that Fight Candida Infection :
Certain nutrients have been shown to reduce the risk of fungal infection by attacking the organisms directly or enhancing the immune response. These include the following: (read more on Eliminate Candida Infection )
Fructooligosaccharides. Fructooligosaccharides are a form of sugar that has been shown to boost friendly intestinal bacteria levels. One teaspoon (4 g) daily of fructooligosaccharide promotes the proliferation of friendly bifido bacteria in the gut.
Other Nutrients that Fight Candida Infection :
Certain nutrients have been shown to reduce the risk of fungal infection by attacking the organisms directly or enhancing the immune response. These include the following: (read more on Eliminate Candida Infection )
