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Health benefits of taking probiotics


What are the benefits of taking

probiotics
? Bacteria have a reputation for causing disease, so the idea of tossing

down a few billion a day for your health might seem — literally and figuratively —

hard to swallow. But a growing body of scientific evidence suggests that you can treat

and even prevent some illnesses with foods and supplements containing certain kinds of

live bacteria. Northern Europeans consume a lot of these beneficial microorganisms,

called probiotics (from pro and biota, meaning "for life"), because of their

tradition of eating foods fermented with bacteria, such as yogurt. Probiotic-laced

beverages are also big business in Japan.


Some digestive disease specialists are recommending probiotic supplements for

disorders that frustrate conventional medicine, such as irritable bowel syndrome. Since

the mid-1990s, clinical studies suggest that probiotic therapy can help treat several

gastrointestinal ills, delay the development of allergies in children, and treat and

prevent vaginal and urinary infections in women.


Self-dosing with bacteria isn't as outlandish as it might seem. An estimated 100

trillion microorganisms representing more than 500 different species inhabit every

normal, healthy bowel. These microorganisms (or microflora) generally don't make us

sick; most are helpful. Gut-dwelling bacteria keep pathogens (harmful microorganisms) in

check, aid digestion and nutrient absorption, and contribute to immune function.


Not all probiotics are the same. Different strains of the bacteria have different

effects. For example, one strain may fight against cavity-causing organisms in our

mouths and don't need to survive a trip through our guts.



Uses of Lactobacillus Powder:


It is used to keep the normal balance of bacteria in the gastrointestinal (GI)

tract.


What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Lactobacillus Powder?


If you have an allergy to Lactobacillus or any other part of

lactobacillus

powder
.


If you are allergic to lactobacillus powder; any part of lactobacillus powder; or

any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs

you had.


This medicine may interact with other drugs or health problems.


Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC,

natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is

safe for you to take lactobacillus powder with all of your drugs and health problems. Do

not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.


What are some things I need to know or do while I take Lactobacillus Powder?


Tell all of your health care providers that you take lactobacillus powder. This

includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.


If you are on a lactose-free diet, talk with your doctor. Some products have

lactose.


If you have high blood sugar (diabetes), check labels closely. Some products have

sugar.


Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan on getting pregnant, or are breast-

feeding. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks to you and the baby.


How is this medicine (Lactobacillus Powder) best taken?


Use lactobacillus powder as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to

you. Follow all instructions closely.


Mix with water as you have been told before drinking.


You may also mix the powder with applesauce or yogurt.


Do not mix lactobacillus powder in warm or hot drinks.


What do I do if I miss a dose?


Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it.


If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to

your normal time.


Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.


The Difference Between Animal Protein and Plant Protein


Animal proteins are complete proteins. That means they contain all the essential

amino acids that you need in your diet. Plant proteins are often, but not always,

incomplete sources of protein, There are benefits and concerns with both types of

protein. But diets that rely mostly on plants for protein have been linked to a lower

risk of stroke, heart disease, and early death.




Amino Acids in Protein


What you actually need from protein are the amino acids. You need 20

different ones. Your body makes some of them, but you must get nine from your diet.

These are called essential amino acids.


Complete proteins provide all nine essential amino acids. Sources of

complete protein include:


Dairy products


Poultry


Beef


Pork


Eggs


Quinoa


Whole sources of soy such as tofu, edamame, and tempeh


Most plant sources of protein are incomplete. However, you can get all the

essential amino acids you need from plant foods, as long as you eat a variety of them.

Sources of plant

protein
are:


Nuts


Seeds


Whole grains


Legumes such as beans, peas, and lentils


Vegetables




Benefits of Plant Protein


The type of protein you eat may be more important than the amount. Plant-

based protein provides plenty of nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants that can improve

your overall health. The benefits of plant-based diet may include:


Protection against heart disease. A review of eight studies found that

people who followed a vegan or vegetarian diet were 30% less likely to die from ischemic

heart disease than people who ate meat. Plant-based diets are lower in saturated fats,

iron, and hormones.


Protection against cancer. Eating a diet rich in plant foods decreases your

risk of cancer. Phytochemicals are substances found in plants that may help prevent

cancer. Diets high in fiber can also help you control your weight and protect your gut

health. Obesity is a risk factor for many diseases.

Collagen powder

can also give you the same protect.




Health Benefits of Collagen


Collagen is a protein responsible for healthy joints and skin elasticity, or

stretchiness. It’s in your bones, muscles, and blood, comprising three quarters of your

skin and a third of the protein in your body.



As you age, your existing collagen breaks down, and it gets harder for your body

to produce more. As a result, many people turn to collagen supplements. These

supplements are usually powders, though there are also capsules and liquid supplements

available.


Collagen is also produced naturally in the body by combining amino acids, the

building blocks of proteins found in food. To produce collagen, your body needs:


Proline: found in egg whites, dairy, cabbage, mushrooms, and asparagus


Glycine: found in pork skin, chicken skin, and gelatin, and a variety of other

protein-rich foods


Vitamin C: found in citrus fruits and bell peppers


Zinc: found in beef, lamb, pork, shellfish, chickpeas, lentils, beans, milk,

cheese, and various nuts and seeds


Copper: found in organ meats, cocoa powder, cashews, sesame seeds, and lentils





Nutrition Information


Fourteen grams of collagen peptide (supplement) contains:


Calories: 50


Protein: 12 grams


Fat: 0 grams


Carbohydrates: 0 grams


Fiber: 0 grams


Sugar: 0 grams


The same amount of collagen peptide also contains 29 milligrams of calcium,

44.9 milligrams of sodium, and 0.98 milligrams of potassium.




Potential Health Benefits of Collagen Supplements


Because it makes up so many critical parts of our bodies, collagen is not

only beneficial but essential to maintaining good health. However, the benefits of

collagen supplements are still debated. While there is reasonable evidence that they

help maintain hydrated skin and relieve osteoarthritis pain, more research is needed

into less well-understood benefits, such as lowering blood pressure and blood sugar

levels.







Functional powder


In Japan, vegetable-based functional foods are not uncommon, with

food products such as FANCL’s kale drink,

Kyusai’s (Q’sai) kale supplement, Ito En’s green juice powder, and AFC’s chlorella

supplement.


On the other hand, duckweed is a less widely used ingredient, but is gradually

gaining attention for its ideal nutrition profile.


Hinoman’s Mankai ingredient contains more than 60 nutrients including iron,

magnesium, folic acid, vitamin B12, omega-3, amino acids, polyphenols and dietary fiber.


Mankai has been studied in several human and animal models. In a randomised

controlled human trial, people who drank a shake containing Mankai for two weeks showed

lower glucose rise immediately after eating and lower morning fasting glucose levels,

compared to those who drank a yoghurt shake.


According to Masami Kaneko, direct marketing manager at Ajinomoto, Mankai’s amino

acid composition is close to that of eggs.


Combined with its higher protein digestibility compared to soy flour, pea and

lentils, it makes Mankai a good substitute for animal protein and an ideal plant-based

source.


Each sachet of Ajinomoto’s

functional powder

is said to contribute one-third of the daily recommended vegetable intake which is

equivalent to about 117g of the 350g target recommended by the Ministry of Health, Labor

and Welfare of Japan.


Ajinomoto recommends taking one to three sachets a day, which can be dissolved in

water or milk.


According to Kaneko, this product is targeted at vegetarian or vegans, consumers who

are conscious of the environmental impact of their foods, and those who are concerned

about the lack of vegetables and protein in their diet.


Shell Powder



Shell powder is

finely ground oyster shell powder that is used for painting designs on a ground

material. It is used in some forms of Japanese embroidery.


Mother of pearl: The power of pearl powder


Pearl powder

has been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine, as well as in

cosmetics and as health food supplements in China and Taiwan. Because of its dense

protein and mineral composition, it has been used to treat several skin and bone

disorders, as well as palpitations, insomnia, and epilepsy. The pearl-farming industry

itself was established in Japan and has existed for more than a century; today, pearls

are cultured globally and continue to receive attention for conferring health

benefits.Calcium carbonate is the primary component of mollusk shells (roughly 95%),

with the remainder an organic matrix including proteins, glycoproteins, and

polysaccharides. Pearl powder is known to have exhibited antiaging, antioxidant,

antiradiative, and tonic activities; in recent years, it has been incorporated into

health foods for such properties and used in the clinical setting to treat ulcers

(aphthous, gastric, and duodenal).Consisting of multiple active proteins, pearl powder

is thought to be conducive to skin cell growth and effective for wound repair. This

column focuses on recent research into the dermatologic potential of the powder derived

from mother of pearl.

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