Useful Tips On Probiotics For Constipation

By Lelia Hall


Who will not be frustrated if you already feel like taking a "go" but simply couldn't? Probiotics for constipation would solve this unpleasant experience that the digestive system goes through. Once this happens, anyone may feel the need to visit the most accessible grocery store and grab some packs of yogurt or any other food with probiotics in it; believing it could cure their digestive woes. But will pribiotics really treat constipation?

Probiotics are good bacteria. Yes, there are actually good bacteria. Bacteria do not only thrive to cause diseases since some prove to be beneficial. Probiotics, the beneficial bacteria, can be found in the body along with the bad bacteria. These types of good bacteria are healthy for the digestive system. When we take antibiotics during an ailment it is inevitable that some good bacteria are also lost. Thus, there is such a thing as probiotics supplements that when taken can bring back the balance of bacteria in your body for immunity.

In the mid-1990s people began to be curious regarding probiotics as food manufacturers also began putting in probiotics supplements on food. Two most commonly known probiotics beneficial for the digestive system are the Bifidobacterium and Lactobaciterium; which makes up the major bacteria species found in the large intestines.

Unlike laxatives and other constipation drugs, probiotics are not yet included as a mainstream medicine for treating such illness. Probiotics are not instant cure but it helps keep the digestive system working at its best by keeping intestinal balance of water and electrolytes absorption. It prevents microbes and irregularity of bowel movements. Thus, probiotics serve more as a preventive measure against constipation instead of cure.

Bifidobacterium and Lactobaciterium also enhance production of mucous through the conversion of bound bile salts promoting the secretion of more water that will soften the stool to makes it easier to pass through the digestive tract. Within the colon, probiotics produce short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that lower the pH level and increase the rate of muscle contraction pushing the digested food better within the walls of the digestive tract.

However, not enough studies have been able to conclude the best specific probiotic for treating constipation. Several research conducted in different approaches came up with widely varied results, making the formulation of a solid recommendation difficult. In addition, people react differently to these microorganisms that is specially introduced into the body for its health benefits.

What is beneficial for one may not be effective to another person. Until concrete evidence has been found regarding probiotics, the matter still rests on the hands of the person concerned. Since taking probiotics are free from side effects, experimenting on its usage is safe.

Probiotics are widely available. You can take it through cultured or fermented food, dairy products, soy drinks, miso, or through dietary supplements. Some food naturally produces probiotics and at times probiotics are added into the food. You may choose whatever works for you best.




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