Probiotics

[schweppes]

Happybirdks:

Hi schweppes

thanks for the info on culturelle and threelac.

seems that the latter is very popular on amazon. however it was also mentioned that some people have certain reaction to it in the beginning, like headaches, tiredness, tummy cramps etc.

This is usually known as the \"healing crisis\". In other words, as the probiotics take effect, our bodies go thru a healing crisis or a yeast die-off, where the side effects are headaches, tiredness or tummy cramps. Hw, different individuals may have different reactions to the health product.

This is part of the detox process, where the body gets rid of wastes first before it can regenerate itself.

You can google search \"healing crisis\" to find out more. I've included one URL link for your convenience, http://www.upwardquest.com/healing-crisis.html

Happybirdks:

do you personally encounter such issues?

For my family and myself, we did not suffer from any side effects when we took the probio. Maybe a bit more irritable and grumpy during the healing crisis period. But after that, we were ok.

Actually, a few years back, my dds went thru a healing crisis. But this was not from taking the probio. Their symptoms were being \"flu-ey\". In other words, it looks like they have the flu and sniffles. Sori... going to sound gross here, but they had thick green mucus running from their nose. This went on for 2 weeks or so. But they were not sick. They were behaving normal, still active and getting into mischief.

I read up about it and checked with a friend and she also mentioned the healing crisis. So, I just gave them lots of water and continued as per normal. Hw, I must qualify that I relied on my own instinct (i think mother's instinct very powerful) and just knew that they were ok. On the other hand, dh was concerned and brought dds to doctor who also said that there was nothing wrong with them.

So, I guess different ppl react differently. But if something does not feel right or if u feel discomfort, then best to stop the product immediately. :celebrate:

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tree nymph:

Sorry to butt in.


I can also recommend BioGaia probiotics. You can get it from Kinder Clinics at $60+GST. May need a consultation first though before you can get it.

Hi tree nymph
Not butting in lah... :lol: Good to share, at least I know what are the other options out there.

tree nymph:

Thanks for the lobang for Back to Basics! I wanted to try culturelle probiotics myself. will check out the place soon.

Hope u can find the place. Very out-of-the-way. Or at least for me, since I live in the East :lol:

[Blobbi]

My son is taking probiotics on the advice of a naturopath. The brand is American Health from Vitakids, at +$20 a bottle. He takes 2 tablets a day. This is to improve his nutrition, his numerous little allergies, and hopefully increase his appetite (his size is very kacang cos he didn’t sleep or eat much before; I’m forcing him to sleep early these days - lie down and rest also good).


I guess it’s good for adults too, but I didn’t think about it till I read this thread. Will do more research. Tks, Schweppes!

[schweppes]

pssst Blobbi... u have pm

[Blobbi]

schweppes:

pssst Blobbi... u have pm

:udawoman: :udawoman:

:thankyou: :thankyou: :thankyou:

[schweppes]

aiyoh Blobbi... momentarily blinded by your thank yous... but u are most welcome :hugs:

[Victorious]

my family, we, all take Culturelle and i always get them online from

http://www.iherb.com/Culturelle-Culturelle-Probiotic-30-Veggie-Caps/7797?at=0
i have a referral code MUM413, that anyone who has never ordered from iHerb before can use to save $5 on their first order.

** International AirMail A Flat $4.00 or Free for Orders Over $60.00! -- For orders valued up to $80.00, and weighing up to 3 pounds (1361 grams).
Orders shipped out using this method take 2-3 weeks to Asia.
service is reliable and efficient

[anastashia]

sorry, i’m quite slow with all these supplements. Isn’t probiotics can also be found in yoghurt? Why do we still need give probiotic supplements to our kids if they are taking yoghurt?


And what’s the exact benefit of taking probiotic?

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Victorious:

my family, we, all take Culturelle and i always get them online from

http://www.iherb.com/Culturelle-Culturelle-Probiotic-30-Veggie-Caps/7797?at=0
i have a referral code MUM413, that anyone who has never ordered from iHerb before can use to save $5 on their first order.

** International AirMail A Flat $4.00 or Free for Orders Over $60.00! -- For orders valued up to $80.00, and weighing up to 3 pounds (1361 grams).
Orders shipped out using this method take 2-3 weeks to Asia.
service is reliable and efficient

This is useful information. Thanks Victorious!! :celebrate:

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anastashia:

sorry, i'm quite slow with all these supplements. Isn't probiotics can also be found in yoghurt? Why do we still need give probiotic supplements to our kids if they are taking yoghurt?


And what's the exact benefit of taking probiotic?

Yes, probiotics are found in yoghurt. But for individuals who need a higher \"dosage\" of probiotics, then one needs to take more than what is found in yoghurt or yakult/vitagen. For info, there are some adults and kids who need a higher concentration of probiotics in order for the benefits to be absorbed into their bodies :lol: