BY DR. BRAD RACHMAN ABSTRACT:
Application of non-animal enzymes
derived from Aspergillus and other microbial species may prove valuable in a
broad range of conditions associated with digestive weaknesses such as
pancreatic enzyme insufficiency, maldigestion, malab-sorption, steatorrhea,
lactose intolerance, celiac disease, and food sensitivities. Because of their
inherent uniqueness, i.e., their ability to breakdown or hydrolyze
physiologically and/or pathologically important substrates over a wide pH range,
non-animal enzymes may be particularly well-suited for human use. Although these
enzymes are microbially derived, modern filtration technology removes all
microbial residue and allows for a clean and pure product. Their unique features
and application are discussed.
BY DR. MARK PERCIVAL
The intestinal microflora number in
the trillions and are comprised of 100 to 400 different bacterial species.
Maintaining the delicate balance of intestinal microflora is critical,
because microbial balance is the key factor that determines whether substances
in the intestine are converted into compounds that are beneficial or detrimental
to the host. If an imbalance occurs in favor of intestinal bacteria that express
virulent properties, many manifestations of ill health may result.
Unfortunately, the growing arsenal of antibiotics used to fight disease is
one of the main culprits in upsetting this delicate balance because antibiotics
do not distinguish between healthful and pathogenic microbes. Shifting the
intestinal bacterial population toward healthy microflora is essential in
maintaining good health. Probiotics have been used for many years to aid in
restoring and maintaining the intestinal balance in favor of healthful bacteria.
Probiotics are organisms or supportive substances that improve intestinal
microbial balance, and include Lactobacillus acidophilus, bifidobacteria, fiber,
oligosaccharides, and bioactive proteins such as immunoglobulin A and
lactoferrin. Probiotics are an important source of supportive nutrition for
human intestinal health.
BY
DR. MARK PERCIVAL
Probiotics have been used for many
years to aid in restoring and maintaining a healthy intestinal balance in favor
of healthful bacteria, which is essential in maintaining good health.
Probiotics are organisms or supportive substances that improve intestinal
microbial balance, and include Lactobacillus aci-dophilus, bifidobacteria, and
bioactive proteins such as immunoglobulin A and lactoferrin. A major
consideration in the choice of probiotics is to choose a strain that can survive
and establish itself under the conditions encountered in the intestinal
environment. Therefore, when choosing a probiotic supplement the healthcare
professional must consider those qualities and characteristics essential to
establishment and activity of L. aci-dophilus in the intestinal environment,
such as bile resistance and intestinal adherence. The L. acidophilus NCFM™
strain has been thoroughly researched and is recognized for its ability to
survive in the presence of bile or stomach acid and adhere to the intestinal
mucosa. In addition, studies have demonstrated many beneficial effects of the L.
acidophilus NCFM strain, such as cholesterol assimilation and reduction of
pro-carcinogenic fecal bacterial enzyme activity.
By David O. Lucas, Ph.D.
Whey protein is believed to be the highest quality protein available, even
when compared to egg, casein, milk, beef, or soy. It contains all essential and
non-essential amino acids and is an excellent source of glutamine and the
branched-chain amino acids that are necessary for new cell growth. While whey
protein supplements have been available for many years, a multi-patented,
breakthrough process has been developed that produces a unique whey protein
concentrate that contains high levels of naturally occurring, bioactive
immunoglobulins. These immunoglobulins, or antibodies, promote the activity
level of the immune system and are believed to support healthy, efficient
intestinal function. For providing both a basic dietary form of high quality
protein and for immune support, this concentrated whey protein is an excellent
choice.
