Biggs Chiropractic And Acupuncture
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A study at St. Louis University School of Medicine shows a significant benefit to using probiotic supplementation on premature infants.
Probiotics is the term to describe live beneficial bacteria. These bacteria form a symbiotic relationship with us. They help to promote good gastrointestinal health and nutrient absorption. Some physicians believe that they also play a role in helping to maintain a healthy immune response. Like all other bacteria, they are sensitive to antibiotic medications.
In the study, small premature infants in the hospital were given doses of the healthy bacteria with their other nutrients. These babies were tube fed. Compared to the control group of infants that did not get the probiotics, those that did tolerated their feedings better, absorbed more nutrients, and gained more weight.
In my office, I encourage everyone to take doses of live healthy bacteria following any antibiotic treatment. This is particularly important in a patient that suffers from intestinal diseases, such as irritable bowel syndrome. Parents of infants with chronic ear infections find that once probiotics are given to their children, the frequency of infection decreases.
Not all bacteria are bad. The next time that you are compelled to take antibiotics, follow them up with probiotics. Its the healthy thing to do and it could help prevent additional disease and infection.
Keith E. Biggs, DC
3617 E. Southern, Suite 8
Mesa, AZ 85206
www.eastmesachiropractor.com
biggschiropractic@gmail.com
Office: 480-985-3334
Cell: 480-375-0068
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