Best Supplement for Constipation: Jarrow Formulas Saccharomyces Boulardii + MOS - 5 Billion CFU Per Serving - Probiotics + Prebiotic Supplement - Intestinal Tract Support - 180 Servings (Packaging May Vary)

MUST HAVE!!!

After much research, I learned that the stomach problems I have experienced for MUCH too long were most likely due to a case of Clostridium Difficile. The condition is caused by an extreme overgrowth of Clostridium bacteria in the lower intestine. This overgrowth is generally brought on by a lack of other naturally-occurring, beneficial bacteria in the intestines, which are necessary for normal bowel function. This lack can be caused by anything from a pre-existing illness to a microbial exposure to high stress, but it is usually the result of having taken antibiotics. Simply put, antibiotics kill bacteria no matter if that bacteria is "bad" or "good". There certainly are times in our lives when we may need to take antibiotics for one reason or another, so afterward, the intestines must be replenished with their normal level of beneficial bacteria. Oftentimes the intestines do this job on their own. Sometimes they don't, and Clostridium bacteria can over-produce. That is how the problem begins. As Clostridium Difficile flourishes, it produces toxins that are released through the digestive tract. The result is progressively worsening irregularity with any combination of abdominal cramping, bloating, diarrhea, Constipation, nausea and/or vomiting. The hallmark sign of Clostridium Difficile is particularly foul-smelling gas flatulence, which reeks with the odor of sulphur, rotten eggs and ammonia. This gas is constant, virtually uncontrollable and actually feels HOT when it is expelled. It can oftentimes cause irritation by itself and is extremely embarrassing, because it is so frequent, impossible to stop, nasty-smelling and sometimes accompanied by "leakage". An overgrowth of Clostridium bacteria can be difficult to correct, because it will form spores that attach themselves to the lining of the intestines. These spores are a cunning defense mechanism. . .they encapsulate and protect the Clostridium bacteria so it can survive an antibiotic treatment for Clostridium difficile! But this is where Sacharomyces Boulardii really does its job. It not only helps kill off unnecessary microbes in the intestines, but it also keeps them from attaching to the lining! If you think you may have a case of Clostridium Difficile, please do your own research to learn the best way to combat it, and be sure to consult your doctor. ;) To say the least, I have found Sacharomyces Boulardii to be a VERY "friendly" bacteria that is vital in the correction of Clostridium Difficile. I take one at the crack of dawn every morning (on an empty stomach is best) with a full glass of water along with my other regular probiotics (Vitacost 15 - 35) and my multivitamin. I try to avoid eating anything for at least an hour afterward, which helps ensure good absorption (avoiding stomach acid). I do try to take Sacharomyces Boulardii and my other regular probiotics anytime that I am on antibiotics. . .though they need to be taken a couple of hours beforehand or afterward to keep the antibiotics from killing them. But I ALWAYS take them for at least a couple of months beyond my having been on antibiotics. Also, Sacharomyces Boulardii is highly beneficial for other issues. . .even maintaining a clearer complexion! I will never be without it. P.S. To help keep it active for as long as possible, go ahead and store it in the refrigerator. ;

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Saccharomyces boulardii inhibits mostly only the bad bacteria without inhibiting the good bacteria

Scientific studies definitely indicate that Saccharomyces boulardii successfully treats people who suffer from diarrhea as well or better than Lactobacillus rhamnosus, the most beneficial of the lactobacilli, Bifidobacterium infantis, the most beneficial of the bifidobacteria, Bacillus subtilis natto, the most beneficial probiotic organism overall, zinc gluconate tablets, the most beneficial antioxidant mineral supplement for treating diarrhea and 2nd only to magnesium for improving overall health, and triphala capsules or tablets, the most powerful and effective natural antioxidant for dramatically increasing the numbers of all of the beneficial bacteria, treating diarrhea, treating Constipation, and treating dozens of other health problems. Olive leaf tea and extra virgin olive oil are also slightly helpful against diarrhea and extremely helpful in preventing more than a dozen killer diseases in humans. Medical doctors prescribe loperamide, which is available without a prescription, for treating diarrhea but loperamide only works about half as well as Saccharomyces boulardii. Unlike all of the other diarrhea remedies that I have mentioned, loperamide has no health benefit other than making diarrhea a little less severe. The beneficial mycochemicals manufactured by Saccharomyces boulardii are not as directly beneficial to human health as the beneficial chemicals manufactured by lactic acid bacteria (lactobacilli and bifidobacteria) [such as butyrate, propionate, acetate, nitric oxide, conjugated linoleic acid, conjugated linolenic acid, unusual polysaccharides, and lactic acid] or the beneficial chemicals manufactured by Bacillus subtilis natto [such as vitamin K2/MK-7, vitamin K2/MK-8, vitamin PQQ, vitamin C, subtilisin (nattokinase), pyrazine, gamma-polyglutamic acid, scyllo-inositol, catalase, surfactin, conjugated isoflavone-phosphate, butyrate, nitric oxide, unusual polysaccharides, glycolipids, hyaluronic acid, coenzyme Q10, and bacitracin Tracy]. However, by effectively inhibiting the proliferation of the endotoxin and enterotoxin-producing bad bacteria, Saccharomyces boulardii indirectly increases the production of all of these beneficial chemicals and successfully decreases the production of inflammation-causing bacterial endotoxins and diarrhea-causing bacterial enterotoxins. Swallowing this product is the best way to get enough Saccharmyces boulardii. Although Bacillus subtilis is attracted to the living, breathing, green leaves of vegetables, eating the Japanese fermented soybean food called, natto, is the best way to get enough Bacillus subtilis natto. The best ways to get enough lactobacilli and bifidobacteria are (1)swallowing enteric-coated probiotic capsules such as Jarro-Dophilus EPS or Protec Acidophilus (made in Canada), (2)eating soy yogurt, (3)eating nonfat plain yogurt (from cows), (4)eating living, breathing, green leafy vegetables or any raw vegetables, raw fruits, raw berries, raw nuts, raw seeds, or unprocessed whole grains. Remember that all of the good bacteria (and 1 very unusual yeast) work together as a team to protect each other and kill off the pathogenic, endotoxin and enterotoxin-manufacturing, bad bacteria. Although the vast majority of fungi, molds, and yeasts are mortal enemies of the good bacteria, Saccharomyces boulardii is truly unique in that it inhibits mostly only the bad bacteria without inhibiting the good bacteria. I gave this product only 4 stars because the lactobacilli and bifidobacteria need to cling to our intestinal walls in order to multiply rapidly. This product contains MOS, which is helpful in preventing the bad bacteria from clinging to our intestinal walls but may also prevent the lactobacilli and bifidobacteria from clinging to our intestinal walls. Fortunately, Bacillus subtilis does not have the ability to cling to our intestinal walls so they are not harmed by MOS. Compared to the Japanese who eat natto regularly, Americans consume only about one-one thousandth as much Bacillus subtilis from their diets (mostly from raw green vegetables) but American intestines contain about one-tenth as much Bacillus subtilis as the intestines of Japanese who eat natto regularly. This indicates that Bacillus subtilis is strongly welcomed by the other good bacteria

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Increased motility

Several of my medications give me chronic Constipation and I'm always looking for a solution. I've taken Jarrodophilus Ultra for years, or another similar probiotic. I also take stool softeners and what have you. So I added this to the Jarrodophilus Ultra. Immediately I noticed increase motility, (faster intestinal transit rate), which is great. For the first week or two I went to the bathroom several times a day because it was just clearing out the backlog. It's continued to do this, but at a more regular pace, usually once a day. It does NOT much effect on consistency, so I'm still having to take stool softeners. I'm wondering if I took two a day whether that would have an effect. And I'm getting ready to increase the fiber in my diet

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SB MOS changed my life for sure….

This was recommended by over 60 people in the "Comments Section" on a medical site for Side Effects for a horrible anti-biotic I was forced to take when one of my "natural" gut toxins got out of whack. (There are only 2 rx's in the world for this toxin and they cost a fortune even with insurance. The side effects are almost insurmountable.) For many people, this toxin problem was very hard to get back to normal, some lasting months and even years. But when they added this probiotic, it cleared it right up, so I gave it a try. Without going into my personal history, I can say generally that I think anyone who takes certain meds that cause bowel/gut side effects (Constipation, bloating, etc.) should try a round of this and see if it works on these issues. I have taken common probiotics in the past, and I eat a no junk, decent fiber diet daily, which is "healthy" but was not enough to counteract the meds side effects. SB MOS has changed my life! That may sound corny but it is true. One pill a day not only got my natural gut toxins back to normal very quickly, it completely stopped the issues from the meds I must take for the illness I have. I did not expect this at all! You do not have to keep the pills in the fridge, so you can take them anywhere. It has been 10 months and I plan to continue it daily. This brand and formula where the most recommended and the only one I have tried. I would have never found this if not for the people on the med site wanting to pass on their good fortune and I am very grateful to them, so I hope to pay it forward with this review

9 persons found it helpful

I have tried SO many and everything else either gave me very painful stomach cramps

Probiotics are a tricky bunch and it can be hard to find one that works for you. I have tried SO many and everything else either gave me very painful stomach cramps, Constipation and/or diarrhea. These are the first ones that I've found that do exactly as they're intended to do. I also travel a lot and a month before traveling (usually to third world countries) I double the dosage and it makes a world of a difference when I arrive to the country in helping keep my bowel movements the same, preventing travelers diarrhea and protecting against food poisoning

6 persons found it helpful

Helpful for regularity

I never use this probiotic before, but I take it occasionally and find relief from minor Constipation. Gut health is important and I believe this is a helpful product

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