What’s All This “Probiotics” Talk?

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My oldest son was born with multiple food allergies and Food Protein Induced Enterocolitis to 2 food proteins. In addition to avoiding those foods, his allergist suggested we give him Acidophilus. “Acido” what? I had never heard of it before. I asked some questions and did some research: Acidophilus is a probitoic, found mostly in the intestines, that helps maintain an acidic environment in the body . So what are probiotics then? I like to describe them as the live bacteria in yogurt that’s so good for you. WebMD describes Probiotics below:

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“Probiotics are the live bacteria and yeasts that are good for your health, especially your digestive system. We usually think of bacteria as something that causes diseases. But you body is full of bacteria, both good and bad. Probiotics are often called “good” or “helpful” bacteria because they help keep your gut healthy.”

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When I was pregnant with my daughter 6.5 years late, the same allergist suggested I take probiotics in my third trimester. She explained new research had shown that moms who took probiotics in the third trimester greatly reduced the presence of food allergies in the babies. The third trimester is when the immune system is being developed. My daughter did have Food Protein Induced Enterocolitis but has not shown any food allergies yet. Whether or not this is because of the probitoics I took, I do not know. I do however, know what an important role probiotics play in healthy development.

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Did you know that over 70% of our immune system is in our digestive system?

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We are just learning the great importance of probiotics and the huge role they play in maintaining a healthy body. Our bodies need this good bacteria to strengthen the immune system and fight off the bad bacteria. So, with over 70% of our immune system being in our gut, it only makes sense to strengthen the good bacteria (aka probiotics) that live there.

What about probitoics and kids? Even healthy children experience digestive discomfort, diarrhea, irregular bowel movements and stomach upset at times. One of the main causes is not having enough probiotics in their system. While studies are just surfacing on children and probiotics, they are showing that they are safe and effective in treaating the aforementioned conditions. However, it’s important to know which probiotics are best and what specific dose your child needs. Probiotics are not all the same. There are many different probiotic strands, each playing their own role.

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“BioGaia ProTectis is one of the most well-researched probiotics in the world, especially in children.” – BioGaia

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BioGaia is dedicated to pediatric probiotics. BioGaia ProTectis is a probiotic supplement especially designed for children. It contains the strain L. reuteri Protectis which is naturally occurring and one of the first bacteria established in a newborn. BioGaia’s L. reuteri Protectis supplement has been proven safe and effective in children and can be found at your local Walgreen’s. The best part is, each of their products offers the same pediatric recommended dose. So, whether you choose a drinking straw, chewable, or drops, there is no guess work. BioGaia makes probiotics easy!

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“I want more.” – 2 year old after tasting BioGaia Protectis drops.

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