Quest Acidophilus Plus Formula Features: Multi-strain, vegan formula High content of stable and viable bacteria presented in capsule form (minimum 2 billion) Maltodextrin stabilises formulation and provides food source for probiotic bacteria in the gut Human strain Suitable for vegetarians and vegans Non-dairy culture medium There are over 400 species of bacteria living in our digestive tracts. Most of these are 'friendly' bacteria which have a mutually beneficial relationship with us, their hosts. However, the gut is also home to some pathogenic (disease-causing) bacteria which, given the right conditions, can proliferate causing the delicate environment of the gut to be disrupted. The results can be digestive disturbances such as bloating, flatulence, constipation and diarrhoea. Friendly bacteria feed on fibre and in doing so produce various organic acids that can alter the acidity level of the intestines, therefore controlling the spread of pathogenic bacteria. They also manufacture certain vitamins and aid the digestion of our food, i.e. lactose in milk products. It is, therefore, very important to ensure that the balance of intestinal bacteria is in favour of the 'friendly' strains, which can be achieved by eating an appropriate diet (high fibre and low sugar) and supplementing with probiotics. Potential uses of Quest Acidophilus Plus: Bloating Flatulence Constipation Stomach upsets (diarrhoea) Replacing good bacteria after taking antibiotics Travelling abroad General digestive health Recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding to help support the healthy development of the immune response in the infant.
