Acidophilus Facts & Benefits
Lactobacillus Acidophilus is the most researched and proven probiotic known to scientists. L. Acidophilus bacteria were first isolated in the 1890’s by the Nobel Prize winner Llya Metchnikoff. Since then thousands of research studies have proven that Lactobacillus acidophilus is vital to human health.
Well Researched Benefits of L. Acidophilus:
- Improve Blood Pressure & Cholesterol
- Fight Viral, Bacterial & Fungal Infections
- Improvement of Infant Conditions
- Nutritional Benefits
- Reduce Allergy Severity
- Help Digestive Conditions
- stop recurrence of bacterial vaginosis
Acidophilus’s Digestive Benefits
The first research by the Russian Llya Metchnikoff showed that Acidophilus played an important role in our digestion. Research in recent decades has confirmed that supplementing with acidophilus can treat helps our digestion and also treats diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), leaky gut syndrome and reduces lactose intolerance and increases our absorption of calcium, B vitamins and can even improve appetite.
I know that sounds hard to believe, but you can check the 41 references (see below) that prove all the digestive benefits that L. Acidophilus has! You won’t be surprised to learn acidophilus bacteria also help fight allergies & enemy bacteria. Just read below.
You won’t be surprised to learn acidophilus bacteria also help fight allergies & enemy bacteria. Just read below.
Acidophilus’s Anti-Allergy & Immunity Benefits
In addition to Lactobacillus Acidophilus’s digestive benefits, numerous research studies also show that it enhances immunity and decreases allergies.
A study from Japan’s Dr. Ishida proved that a strain of L. acidophilus in fermented milk helped the patients greatly reduce their symptoms of allergenic rhinitis. Numerous other clinical studies also support that acidophilus supplementation is linked to a reduction of allergy symptoms.
Interesting Facts On Acidophilus
- one of the main residents of the gut
- most familiar and studied probiotic (by far)
- found in the mouth and vagina
- produce antibiotic substances such as acidolin, acidophillin, lactobacillin, lactocin and others
- helps balance the pH of upper intestinal track (this may help reduce heartburn symptoms)
- Discovered by Nobel Prize winner Llya Metchnikoff
- Strong against Candida Albicans infections
- fights ulcers, salmonella, Staph infections, E. Coli
- increases lactose absorption
- prevents urinary tract infections
- prevents diarrhea
- increases nutrient absorption
- helps repair leaky gut
- there is evidence that people poorly colonized with L. Acidophilus don’t digest milk as well as those who have well developed L. Acidophilus colonies
The list of below benefits come from the many studies we have read & Dr. Casey Adams’s probiotics book.
Researched Benefits of L. Acidophilus
- Improve Blood Pressure & Cholesterol
- increase HDL-cholesterol (good)
- lower (bad) LDL cholesterol
- lower total cholesterol
- lower blood pressure
- lower triglycerides
- Help Digestive Conditions
- reduce (too many bad digestive bacteria) dyspepsia
- decrease stress-related digestive problems
- relieve/prevent antibiotic-related diarrhea
- relieve/prevent ulcerative colitis
- decrease leaky gut symptoms
- relieve/prevent acute diarrhea
- decrease lactose intolerance
- relieve/prevent IBS
- Improvement of Infant Conditions
- increase preterm infants weight gain
- prevent diarrhea in infants
- Fight Viral, Bacterial & Fungal Infections
- fight viruses with targeted antibodies
- prevent/fight respiratory infections
- reduce/prevent H. pylori (ulcers)
- prevent/treat vaginosis/vaginitis
- enhance vaccine effectiveness
- fight Cadida overgrowths
- prevent E. coli infection
- prevent tonsillitis
- fight pink-eye
- Nutritional Benefits
- produce B vitamins and other some nutrients
- enhance calcium absorption
- improve appetite
- Reduce Allergy Severity
- decrease allergy symptoms
- Fight Other Chronic Conditions
- decrease chance of kidney stones
- reduce anemia
Best L. Acidophilus Probiotic Supplements
#1 Acidophilus Supplement For Men
Digest Strong – Probiotic Man Blend contains large doses of L. Acidophilus probiotics.
This men’s probiotic is also optimized for men’s digestive health. And this supplement also has acidophilus’s immunity and allergy fighting benefits.
I personally helped engineer this blend’s formula. So I know it contains the best probiotics (like Acidophilus) for men’s digestive health.
Click here to buy Digest Strong Probiotic on Amazon.
#1 Acidophilus Supplement For Women
Renewlife Women’s Complete probiotic contains substantial doses of Acidophilus probiotics…along with 11 other probiotic strains.
This women’s probiotic is optimized for women’s overall health. It certainly has acidophilus’s allergy, digestive and immunity benefits.
I haven’t taken this product personally (since I’m a man). But the reviews are strong…and the ingredients are solid (including probiotic acidophilus).
Click here to buy Renewlife Women’s Complete Probiotic on Amazon.
Acidophilus Side Effects
While the side effects of supplementing acidophilus are minor, here is the full list of potential adverse effects.
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When do I start. Taking probiotic acidophilus before going to Egypt
Start as soon as you can and buy a shelf stable probiotic to bring with you!
I am suffering from gas prolem weak diegation and bloating doctor recomend me darolac sacketsknow i am feeling better
Hi Reyaz,
Thank you for sharing.
To your health,
Evan Jerkunica
It’s a great product ….been taking it for about 2 yrs now.
Which product was that?
Hello. I have struggled with constipation for over 8 years now and tried everything. I’m fed up with laxatives. I brought these supplements ( acidophilus) today 3 billion active culture. Already I am extremely gassy and bloated.
I’m glad I’ve read this is ok. I was worried. :-(
Thanks.
Yes, gas is fairly common. Best of luck with getting your constipation sorted out…never give up!
Hi there. When my stomach is empty, I feel gas and bloating after few hours of eating. Every day I feel like going to toilet two three times in the morning. Since a week, I am feeling weakness and tired before and after going to toilet, Is it because of gas or acidity? Can I take Acidophilus with Bifidus and FOS 6 billion active cells?
thanks.
Hi Zafar,
If I were you I would stop for a week until all the symtoms go away and then start again.
I also would try a non-FOS probiotic…some people can have bad reactions to it.
take care,
Evan Jerkunica
I have staph n I jst purchased probiotic and cranberry powder. I hope it works. Pls help me with instructions on how to effectively use probiotic for staph treatment.
Hi Adenike,
Staph can become a life-threatening condition so I encourage you to speak with your doctor about it. Probiotics have been shown to increase immunity, but you should follow your doctor’s advice on this.
to your health,
Evan Jerkunica
In central and eastern Europe people until recently did not have as many medical problems as they do now when eating western denatured food. Their skin was very young looking and even their height was greater than ours. Your article on Acidophilus was quite informative. Bob Vackar
Thank you very much sir :)
I used to take another brand (2 billion active cultures) Acidophilus occasionally when the bad bacteria in my intestines created a lot of foul gas, intestinal discomfort and need for frequent elimination (2-4 times / day) this worked quite well as I only need to take about two day and problem solved, One 60 tablet bottle last me about 1 year so you can see my need for same was only occasional.
Then I ran out and at that time my supplier was out of stock so I bought Nature’s Bounty Acidophilus with Lactis much to my dissatisfaction. After using about 90 out of 100
count bottle I’ve had nothing but almost constant foul gas,intestinal discomfort and need of frequent (2-4) daily eliminations.
Need less to say I’m going back to my brand.
Thanks for sharing.
I haven”t had blood preasure problems in a year or so
,I started taking acidophilus and my preasure is going to high could this have anything to do with it?
Hi Ann,
Probably the best test is to just stop taking the probiotic and see if your blood pressure normalizes.
take care,
Evan Jerkunica
can acidophilus cause any side effects to the kidneys? I have a aunt who wants to start taking this but due to her having kidney problems she is worried about if this has any effects on the kidneys.
Hi Melissa,
I personally haven’t heard of any side effects like that.
But to be safe, have your aunt check with her doctor.
best,
Evan Jerkunica
Hi.is it safe to take the acidophilus tablets for patients with gerd. Also suffer from gas and bolting.
Regards
Hi Amal,
I have heard of others taking Acidophilus for GERD and it reduced their acid reflux significantly.
Consult your doctor, but you can try the acidophilus and there’s a chance it will make your gas/bloating better as well.
But if the probiotics make the gas/bloating worse, there’s a chance they could be a bacterial overgrowth in your small intestines…click here to research it yourself.
I used to have SIBO and increasing my HCL was the key to reducing my bloating/gas…but you should ask your doctor and do your own research.
feel better,
Evan Jerkunica
I just started taken ACP capsules becos my pharmacist advised that it’s could help with the acne on my face by kill till bacteria from inside as I’ve used many products to clear/stop the acne for several years.