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About Probiotics

Probiotics are often called the "good" or "helpful" bacteria and yeast because they help keep your gut healthy.

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They are naturally present in fermented foods such as yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, etc. However, not all foods labeled as “probiotics” on the market have proven health benefits.

“live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host”

Defined by: The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics

Benefits of Probiotics
1. Supports digestions and absorption of nutrients.
2. Supports immune system.
3. Makes vitamins and nutrients we need that our bodies cannot make.
4. Can help reduce allergies.

Mixmi cultures are tried and true.

We add 6 live and active cultures to our milk which is then perfectly fermented until there are over a billion cultures per serving. ​

 

Mixmi is tested for Live & Active cultures using the International Dairy Foods Association testing methods and standards.

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Live and active cultures present in Mixmi 

Bifidobacterium BB-12®

The Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis, BB-12® strain is the most documented Bifidobacterium in the world. The BB-12® strain has been described in around 400 scientific publications and supported by more than 200 publications describing studies in humans. Through scientific investigation, BB-12® has been associated with benefits in the areas of gastrointestinal health and immune health. The BB-12® strain has been tested in a range of people, from preterm babies through to the elderly, and across several health areas. 

 
Researched benefits of BB-12®

  • Health benefits in babies and children

    • Skin health​

    • Immune health

    • Digestive health

    • Excessive crying and fussing

  • Health benefits in adults

    • Immune health

    • Oral health

    • Frequency in bowel movements

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Find more information and references at https://www.chr-hansen.com/en/human-health-and-probiotics/our-probiotic-strains/bifidobacterium-animalis-subsp-lactis-bb-12

Lactobacillus acidophilus

Isolated in the 1890's by the Russian Llya Metchnikoff who was the first to research and show that L. acidophilus plays an important role in our digestion. Research in recent decades has indicated that supplementing with L. acidophilus can aid our digestion and also help treat diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and leaky gut syndrome.  It may also reduce lactose intolerance and increase our absorption of calcium and B vitamins.  L. acidophilus may even improve appetite.

 
Researched benefits of L. acidophilus

  • 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

  • Nutritional Benefits

    • produce B vitamins and other some nutrients

    • enhance calcium absorption

    • improve appetite

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Find 41 references at https://probiotics.org/l-acidohilus-benefits/

Bifidobacterium lactis

Bifidobacterium lactis are well studied probiotic bacteria. Scientific studies have indicated that B. lactis supports immunity, fights tumor growth, improves digestion and can lower cholesterol.

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For healthy people, Bifidobacterium naturally inhabit the intestines & the colon in great numbers. Generally, their job is to break down body waste & aid in the absorption of various vitamins & minerals

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Researched benefits of B. lactis

  • Improve Digestive Conditions

    • improve general digestive comfort

    • decrease intestinal permeability

    • decrease lactose intolerance

    • normalize bowel movements

    • decrease IBS symptoms

    • decrease constipation

    • treat acute diarrhea

  • Reduce Allergies and Inflammation

    • decrease atopic dermatitis symptoms and sensitivity

    • decrease inflammatory responses

  • Enhance Immunity

    • reduce frequency & severity of respiratory diseases

    • increase vaccination immune response

    • increase immunity among the elderly

    • inhibit H. pylori (can cause ulcers)

    • increase T-cell activity as needed

    • strengthen the immune system

    • reduce colds and flu

Find 18 references at probiotics.org/bifidobacterium-lactis/

Lactobacillus bulgaricus

L. bulgaricus is a beneficial bacteria found in the digestive tract of mammals. 

 

L. Bulgaricus is one of the first strains ever studied. The Russian Nobel Prize winner, Ilya Mechnikov, first isolated Lactobacillus Bulgaricus around 1882 when he discovered the bacteria's role in beneficial digestion.  Even though L. bulgaricus is not considered a probiotic in the United States, it has been studied and shown to have health benefits.

Researched benefits of L. bulgaricus

  • decrease triglycerides, LDL levels, total cholesterol

  • increase immunity and fight viruses

  • decrease leaky gut symptoms

  • decrease diarrhea & nausea

  • improve dairy digestion

  • decrease inflammation

  • improve IBS symptoms

  • decrease tooth decay

  • decrease leaky gut

  • fight dyspepsia

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References below:

Dimitonova SP, Danova ST, Serkedjieva JP, Bakalov BV. Antimicrobial activity and protective properties of vaginal lactobacilli from healthy Bulgarian women. Anaerobe. 2007 Oct-Dec;13(5-6):178-84.

Mater DD, Bretigny L, Firmesse O, Flores MJ, Mogenet A, Bresson JL, Corthier G. Streptococcus thermophilus and Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus survive gastrointestinal transit of healthy volunteers consuming yogurt. FEMS Microbiol Lett. 2005 Sep 15;250(2):185-7.

Jain PK, McNaught CE, Anderson AD, MacFie J, Mitchell CJ. Influence of synbiotic containing Lactobacillus acidophilus La5, Bifidobacterium lactis Bb 12, Streptococcus thermophilus, Lactobacillus bulgaricus and oligofructose on gut barrier function and sepsis in critically ill patients: a randomised controlled trial. Clin Nutr. 2004 Aug;23(4):467-75.

Kano H, Mogami O, Uchida M. Oral administration of milk fermented with Lactobacillus delbrueckii ssp. bulgaricus OLL1073R-1 to DBA/1 mice inhibits secretion of proinflammatory cytokines. Cytotechnology. 2002 Nov;40(1-3):67-73.

Streptococcus thermophilus

S. thermophilus is a powerful culture that is often found in the colon and can have digestive, immunity and other health benefits. 

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S. thermophilus is commonly used to make cheeses and yogurts. This culture also produces lactase which can help people digest milk more efficiently.

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This culture also produces antibiotic chemicals which can help to prevent infection from pneumonia and C. difficile.  It can also help prevent ulcers.

 

Researched benefits of S. thermophilus

  • enhance immunity

    • prevent & fight upper respiratory infections (eg. pneumonia)

    • prevent ulcers caused by H. pylori

    • decrease AIDS symptoms

    • fight Clostridium difficile

    • increase immunity

  • additional health benefits

    • improve non-breast-fed infant probiotic flora

    • reduce symptoms of atopic dermatitis

    • prevent bacterial vaginosis infections

    • decrease chance of kidney stones

    • increase HDL (good cholesterol)

    • increase anti-tumor activity

    • decrease baby colic

  • improve digestion

    • reduce antibiotic associated diarrhea

    • decrease ulcerative colitis symptoms

    • decrease leaky gut symptoms

    • improve lactose digestion

    • decrease IBS symptoms

    • decrease acute diarrhea​

References below

Corrêa NB, Péret Filho LA, Penna FJ, Lima FM, Nicoli JR. A randomized formula controlled trial of Bifidobacterium lactis and Streptococcus thermophilus for prevention of antibiotic-associated diarrhea in infants. J Clin Gastroenterol. 2005 May-Jun;39(5):385-9.

Mater DD, Bretigny L, Firmesse O, Flores MJ, Mogenet A, Bresson JL, Corthier G. Streptococcus thermophilus and Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus survive gastrointestinal transit of healthy volunteers consuming yogurt. FEMS Microbiol Lett. 2005 Sep 15;250(2):185-7.

Thibault H, Aubert-Jacquin C, Goulet O. Effects of long-term consumption of a fermented infant formula (with Bifidobacterium breve c50 and Streptococcus thermophilus 065) on acute diarrhea in healthy infants. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2004 Aug;39(2):147-52.

Di Marzio L, Centi C, Cinque B, Masci S, Giuliani M, Arcieri A, Zicari L, De Simone C, Cifone MG. Effect of the lactic acid bacterium Streptococcus thermophilus on stratum corneum ceramide levels and signs and symptoms of atopic dermatitis patients. Exp Dermatol. 2003 Oct;12(5):615-20.

Nopchinda S, Varavithya W, Phuapradit P, Sangchai R, Suthutvoravut U, Chantraruksa V, Haschke F. Effect of bifidobacterium Bb12 with or without Streptococcus thermophilus supplemented formula on nutritional status. J Med Assoc Thai. 2002 Nov;85 Suppl 4:S1225-31.

Jain PK, McNaught CE, Anderson AD, MacFie J, Mitchell CJ. Influence of synbiotic containing Lactobacillus acidophilus La5, Bifidobacterium lactis Bb 12, Streptococcus thermophilus, Lactobacillus bulgaricus and oligofructose on gut barrier function and sepsis in critically ill patients: a randomised controlled trial. Clin Nutr. 2004 Aug;23(4):467-75.

Saavedra JM, Bauman NA, Oung I, Perman JA, Yolken RH. Feeding of Bifidobacterium bifidum and Streptococcus thermophilus to infants in hospital for prevention of diarrhoea and shedding of rotavirus. Lancet. 1994 Oct 15;344(8929):1046-9.

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