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| Lactobacillus Acidophilus is a useful dietary aid in the restoration of intestinal lactobacilli to help maintain normal flora. |
Lactobacillus Acidophilus
Lactobacillus acidophilus gets its name from lacto- meaning milk, -bacillus meaning rod-like in shape, and acidophilus meaning
acid-loving. This bacterium thrives in more acidic environments than most microorganisms (pH 4-5 or lower) and grow best at 45 degrees
Celsius. L. acidophilus occurs naturally in a variety of foods, including dairy, grain, meat, and fish. It is also present in human (and animal)
intestines, mouths, and vaginas.[1] L. acidophilus absorbs lactose and metabolizes it into lactic acid. Certain related species (known as
heterofermentive) also produce ethanol, carbon dioxide, and acetic acid this way. L. acidophilus itself (a homofermentative microorganism)
produces only lactic acid. Like many bacteria, L. acidophilus can be killed by excess heat, moisture, or direct sunlight.
acid-loving. This bacterium thrives in more acidic environments than most microorganisms (pH 4-5 or lower) and grow best at 45 degrees
Celsius. L. acidophilus occurs naturally in a variety of foods, including dairy, grain, meat, and fish. It is also present in human (and animal)
intestines, mouths, and vaginas.[1] L. acidophilus absorbs lactose and metabolizes it into lactic acid. Certain related species (known as
heterofermentive) also produce ethanol, carbon dioxide, and acetic acid this way. L. acidophilus itself (a homofermentative microorganism)
produces only lactic acid. Like many bacteria, L. acidophilus can be killed by excess heat, moisture, or direct sunlight.
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L. acidophilus is considered a probiotic or "friendly" bacterium. These types of healthy bacteria inhabit the intestines
and vagina and protect against some unhealthy organisms. The breakdown of nutrients by L. acidophilus produces
lactic acid, hydrogen peroxide, and other byproducts that make the environment hostile for undesired organisms. L.
acidophilus also tends to consume the nutrients many other microorganisms depend on, thus outcompeting
possibly harmful bacteria in the digestive tract.
and vagina and protect against some unhealthy organisms. The breakdown of nutrients by L. acidophilus produces
lactic acid, hydrogen peroxide, and other byproducts that make the environment hostile for undesired organisms. L.
acidophilus also tends to consume the nutrients many other microorganisms depend on, thus outcompeting
possibly harmful bacteria in the digestive tract.
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count in saliva has been used as a "caries test" for many years. This is one of the arguments used in support of the use of fluoride in
toothpaste and water fluoridation. Conversely, products containing a species called Lactobacillus anticaries that reportedly prevent caries
have been developed.
toothpaste and water fluoridation. Conversely, products containing a species called Lactobacillus anticaries that reportedly prevent caries
have been developed.
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Lactobacillus organisms and
vaginal squamous epithelial
cell.
Bacteria appeared as
gram-positive rods among
squamous epithelial cells and
neutrophils in this vaginal
smear.
vaginal squamous epithelial
cell.
Bacteria appeared as
gram-positive rods among
squamous epithelial cells and
neutrophils in this vaginal
smear.
The lactic acid it produces causes milk proteins to break down, coalescing into a more nearly solid gel substance — yogurt. By breaking
"cultured soy" (commonly called soy yogurt) from soymilk in much the same way.
L. acidophilus can also be used to turn cabbage into sauerkraut, by converting sugars in the cabbage into lactic acid, which then acts as a
preservative. Kimchi, a traditional Korean dish, is also fermented by L. acidophilus in this manner. Brined pickles are also manufactured
This family of bacteria is also responsible for producing some of the acids that give foods a sour taste. The distinct taste of sourdough
bread, for example, comes from L. acidophilus's cousin.
"cultured soy" (commonly called soy yogurt) from soymilk in much the same way.
L. acidophilus can also be used to turn cabbage into sauerkraut, by converting sugars in the cabbage into lactic acid, which then acts as a
preservative. Kimchi, a traditional Korean dish, is also fermented by L. acidophilus in this manner. Brined pickles are also manufactured
This family of bacteria is also responsible for producing some of the acids that give foods a sour taste. The distinct taste of sourdough
bread, for example, comes from L. acidophilus's cousin.
The information contained herein is not intended to offer medical advice or to act in any way as a substitute for consultation and advice from a health care
professional. These products are not intended for use as a means to cure, treat, prevent, diagnose, or mitigate any disease or other medical condition.
professional. These products are not intended for use as a means to cure, treat, prevent, diagnose, or mitigate any disease or other medical condition.
During digestion, L. acidophilus also assists in the production of niacin, folic acid, and pyridoxine. Studies have also shown L. acidophilus
can assist in bile deconjugation, separating amino acids from bile acids, which can then be recycled by the body.
Candida albicans, helping to prevent vaginal yeast infections. The same beneficial effect has been observed in cases of oral or
gastrointestinal Candidiasis infections. Certain spermicides and contraceptive creams can kill L. acidophilus in the vagina, clearing the
path to possible yeast infections.
Antibiotics taken orally will also kill beneficial bacteria like L. acidophilus. After a course of antibiotic therapy, patients are occasionally
instructed to take an L. acidophilus treatment in order to recolonize the gastrointestinal tract.
L. acidophilus is often sold in health stores in pill or powder form as a nutritional supplement. Research on the nutritional benefits of taking
L. acidophilus supplements is inconsistent and inconclusive. Most such claims boil down to a link between L. acidophilus and a possible
decrease in the incidence of certain diseases, including yeast infections, gastrointestinal disorders, and a weakened immune system. Most
researchers agree further study is needed before substantiating many of these claims.
can assist in bile deconjugation, separating amino acids from bile acids, which can then be recycled by the body.
Candida albicans, helping to prevent vaginal yeast infections. The same beneficial effect has been observed in cases of oral or
gastrointestinal Candidiasis infections. Certain spermicides and contraceptive creams can kill L. acidophilus in the vagina, clearing the
path to possible yeast infections.
Antibiotics taken orally will also kill beneficial bacteria like L. acidophilus. After a course of antibiotic therapy, patients are occasionally
instructed to take an L. acidophilus treatment in order to recolonize the gastrointestinal tract.
L. acidophilus is often sold in health stores in pill or powder form as a nutritional supplement. Research on the nutritional benefits of taking
L. acidophilus supplements is inconsistent and inconclusive. Most such claims boil down to a link between L. acidophilus and a possible
decrease in the incidence of certain diseases, including yeast infections, gastrointestinal disorders, and a weakened immune system. Most
researchers agree further study is needed before substantiating many of these claims.
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