Factors which harm our Intestinal Flora
Over 400 different species of bacteria numbering in the thousands of
billions (weighing about 4 pounds) reside within our intestines. Some
of the tasks performed by these "friendly" bacteria include:
Many manufacture B vitamins, including B-3, B-6, biotin and folic acid
(although you still need to consume these nutrients to get enough).
Others produce the milk-digesting enzyme lactase, improve the effeciency
of the digestive tract, and help to reduce cholesterol levels. Certain
strains produce substances that kill disease-causing bacteria, and some
are shown to have powerful anticarcinogenic features.
(Alternative Medicine: The Devinitive Guide, Future Medicine).
Review the information at the sites listed below to gain a better
understanding of the health benefits of probiotic bacteria in our
intestines.
The table on this page points out some of the things that may upset
the balance of intestinal flora in our digestive system. Note that stress
and trauma both have a negative impact on intestinal flora.
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