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Acidophilus

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Acidophilus
The bacteria called Lactobacillus acidophilus that is usually found in yogurt.
Mentioned in: Balanitis, Blastomycosis, Coccidioidomycosis, Histoplasmosis, Sporotrichosis
acidophilus,
n Latin names:
Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus bulgaricus; part used: entire organism; uses: stimulates growth of bacteria in digestive tract; treats urinary tract infections, yeast infections, thrush in babies; also claimed to encourage nonspecific immunity and to prevent cancerous growths in breast and colon; precautions: lactose intolerance. Also called
Bacid, Lactinex, MoreDophilus, Probiata, Probiotics, Superdolphilus, or
yogurt.
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Trials with an encapsulated Lactobacillus acidophilus culture have found that resistance to temperatures up to 50[degrees]C (122[degrees]F) increased 10-fold when heat treatment was applied for 24 hours under dry conditions, according to researchers at Danisco BioActive.
Encapsulation technology improves probiotic stability by Eisberg, Neil / Nutraceuticals World
acidophilus was the most resistant against Shiraz and Kenwood, experiencing only a 1-log reduction.
Red wine and grape juice inhibit pathogen growth by Microbial Update International
A good lactobacillus acidophilus is recommended either in capsule or liquid form, taken three times each day, with capsule form being recommended.
Supplements to Fight Candida Yeast Infections by Darrell Miller / Health care industry community
 
 
 
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