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Lifeway Foods Probiotics Chart
Health Bonus
Probiotic
How it Works
Where You Can Find
Reduces the severity of infections
L. rhamnosus
One of the most studied probiotics. Several studies show it can reduce both the number and severity of infections.
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Helps strengthen the body’s defenses
L. acidophilus,
L. casei,
L. rhamnosus,
and L. plantarum
These cultures help optimize the function of the digestive tract/ immune system. Probiotics stimulate the production of immune cells. Probiotic bacteria also suppress inflammatory response and help to control intestinal inflammatory diseases.
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Helps minimize problems with lactose intolerance
L. rhamnosus, L. acidophilus, and B. longum
Probiotic bacteria “predigest” some of the lactose in dairy products.
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Bad breath
S. salivarius,
L. acidophilus, or S. thermophilus
Restores a healthy bacterial balance in the mouth; reduces odor-causing compounds produced by bacteria.
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Reduces cholesterol
B. longum or L. acidophilus
Decreases production and absorption of cholesterol.
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Irritable Bowl Syndrome
Lactobacilli and bifidobacteria
Help the body fight disease and help discourage the growth of harmful bacteria and other disease-causing substances.
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Antibiotic Diarrhea
L. acidophilus, B. longum, and L. rhamnosus
Antibodies destroy not only the bacteria causing the infection but also good bacteria inside the body, which can result in diarrhea and yeast infections. Consuming probiotic-fortified foods can help restore the healthy balance of bacteria in the gut and reduce or prevent certain forms of antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
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Travelers Diarrhea
L. rhamnosus and L. acidophilus
Decrease incidence and duration of diarrhea.
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