Category Archives: probiotics

Antibiotics Mess Up Bowel Flora – Official

Posted on September 16, 2010 by

A study carried out by researchers in the US has proven that taking antibiotics can significantly change the delicate bowel flora balance in the gut. Read a summary in the New Scientist and see my recent post on how to take probiotics when on antibiotics.

Posted in Medicines, probiotics, research reports | Leave a comment

How To Take Probiotics

Posted on September 6, 2010 by

Biocare have recently upgraded all their probiotics. Most of you take either the Biocare Bioacidophilus, Bioacidophilus Forte or Nutrigold’s Pro-otic. I thought this was a good chance to explain a bit about the different products so you can choose the … Continue reading →

Posted in news, probiotics, product news | Tagged | 1 Comment

Study Shows Probiotics Reduce Cold & Flu Symptoms in Children

Posted on September 8, 2009 by

 Just in time for the start of term, a new study published in the respected journal Pediatrics, has found that daily probiotic supplementation may reduce ‘cold and flu’ symptoms in children by 50%. In the study, 326 children aged between … Continue reading →

Posted in children, health conditions, minerals and remedies, probiotics | 1 Comment