Are Probiotics Safe?

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A synbiotic is a supplement that contains both a prebiotic and a probiotic that work together to improve the “friendly flora” of the human intestine. A majority of probiotics on the market today are considered “synbiotic.” The main reason for using a synbiotic is that a true probiotic, without its prebiotic food, does not survive well in the digestive system.

There are an estimated 100 to 300 trillion bacterial cells associated with the human body. Most are not harmful, and in fact contribute positively to normal human growth and development. It is believed that good gut bacteria make up about 70 to 80 percent of the body’s total immune system. However, some can have a negative influence and cause various diseases. It is therefore important that the balance of microbes be maintained to favor the beneficial bacteria over the potentially harmful ones. The ratio of beneficial to potentially harmful bacteria in the gut should be 80/20. When there is a bacterial imbalance, it is called dysbiosis. This imbalance can lead to a compromised immune system and digestive irregularities.

By taking on some of the blood cleansing functions of the kidneys, these probiotic organisms ease the burden on ailing kidneys and prevent some of the serious side effects of toxic waste buildup in your bloodstream.

Many probiotic strains are found in yogurt, but in widely varying quantities due to the pasteurization process, which kills all natural organisms. Most manufacturers add the good bacteria back into their products after pasteurization, with varying effectiveness. Probiotic supplements are standardized, and in the case of Renadyl™, we guarantee 45 billion colony forming units of the three bacteria will be present in each serving up to the expiration date. That’s a very high level that is study proven to achieve the results you are seeking.