Proflora 4R is a multi-action probiotic. It’s designed to promote microbial balance while supporting your gastrointestinal health.
This spore-based herbal probiotic can help replace your good flora and assist in repairing damage done after lengthy courses of treatment (as is the case with antibiotics).
But why do spore-producing probiotics outperform conventional strains and how do you know your probiotics are working?
Today, we unpack this restorative dietary supplement.
Remove, Repair, Replace and Restore With Proflora 4R
This spore-based probiotic supplement is a three strain blend of Bacillus subtilis HU58, Bacillus coagulans, and Bacillus clausii. Other active ingredients include quercetin, marshmallow root, and aloe vera.
HU58 is a unique, more resilient, strain of bacillus subtilis [1]. It thrives within an acidic environment and continues to sporulate even in the absence of oxygen (which describes conditions within the gastrointestinal tract).
HU58 enhances colonization and adhesion in the gut, stimulates the lymphoid tissue, and strengthens the immune system — all of which are necessary for gut health.
Bacillus coagulans are also efficient at promoting a healthy gut [2]. This strain removes the threat of bad bacteria by elevating the good ones. Its activity has a positive effect on conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, abdominal pain, and constipation.
However, Bacillus coagulans offer more than gut health. Other potential benefits include improved blood insulin and faster muscle recovery.
The third probiotic strain (Bacillus clausii) is adept at immunomodulation [3]. In other words, it reduces infection and solidifies gut health — even in the face of antibiotics — due to its high natural resistance.
Partnered with these beneficial bacteria are three powerful herbal ingredients. Quercetin is a flavonoid that can be found in everyday fruits and vegetables, but its impact is far from ordinary.
It’s excellent at reducing inflammation pain and also helps with:
- Allergy relief
- Cardiovascular support
- Blood pressure control
- Improved respiratory health
On the other hand, Marshmallow root fights against infection. This medical plant has been used for generations to fight a host of conditions, not limited to:
- Coughs
- Colds
- Burns
- Sore throat
It may even promote good cholesterol and improve kidney function.
The last ingredient is aloe vera. The extract of this plant is widely used in topical rubs but it also has the ability to improve digestive health. This is due to naturally occurring enzymes that promote healthy gut flora.
The combination of these three well-rounded strains and their partnered herbal ingredients puts Proflora 4R on the list for high-performing probiotic supplements.
Spore production is yet another factor that sets this dietary supplement apart.
Spore-Producing Strains May Outperform Conventional Probiotics
The natural habitat of spore-based probiotics is the soil. Therefore, they have a high level of natural resistance to adverse conditions, including stomach acid, heat, and light [4].
These types of bacteria strains don’t simply replicate the population or recolonize your gut, they recondition it in order to promote gut health and microbial diversity. When used in probiotic supplements, they seek out and destroy harmful bacteria while promoting the regrowth and reproduction of helpful ones.
These probiotics are encapsulated by endospores, allowing them to survive as far down the digestive system as the intestines. This leads to a better, more effective delivery of active material.
Note: There are multiple species of bacteria within a single genus. Some are good and others are bad.
Before attempting to treat yourself with any type of probiotic, it’s always best to understand the benefits of each specific probiotic strain. This will ensure you’re consuming the right ones to treat your unique conditions.
For example, there are over 6 different probiotic strains of the bacillus genus, and each strain has the ability to affect your gut bacteria in a different way. The more specific you are in your species selection, the easier it will be to notice if and how your probiotics are working.
If in doubt, check out our Plofora 4R spore-based strain, and get in touch with us if you have any questions.
5 Signs Probiotics Are Working
1. Stabilized Digestive System
When your gut bacteria is producing the right enzymes in the right amounts, you’ll be able to break down nutrients such as fiber without excess gas. Bloating may become less frequent and abdominal pain may also decrease.
Gut flora also plays a role in decreasing irregular bowel movements. With the help of probiotic bacteria, water can move more freely across the membranes of your intestines allowing your stool easier passage. This is due to the presence of active sugars.
In addition to more frequent bowel movements, you may also notice an uptick in stool quality. Too hard or too loose stool should be replaced by a more consistent quality that is solid but soft.
2. Blood Sugar Levels Are Better-Regulated
Gut microbiome plays a key role in regulating your glucose levels. Not only does your gut flora help in breaking down the carbohydrates you consume, but they can also restrict its access to your bloodstream.
In other words, probiotic supplementation may reduce blood sugar crashes. This means a reduction in cravings, a reduced urge to snack between meals, and an easier time with your weight management goals.
3. Increase in Immune Function
The majority of your immune system is in your digestive tract. Therefore, you’ll know your probiotics are working if you have an increased resistance to toxins.
This boost in the immune system is due in large part to the combined power of increased good bacteria working in tangent with your immune cells. You may notice that you stay healthy for longer blocks of time.
4. A Better Head Space
Serotonin is largely produced in the digestive tract. When your gut microbiome is balanced with good bacteria, serotonin levels may increase, which helps to put you in a better mood.
Pro tip: Serotonin is the neurotransmitter responsible for communicating the feeling of happiness to your brain [5]. It also plays a role in sleep regulation and appetite.
Therefore, when you keep your digestive system healthy, you help communicate to your brain — and the rest of your body — a feeling of refreshment. The result is that you feel more relaxed and energized.
5. Clearer Skin
Skin conditions (such as acne) can signal poor gut health and highlight the rapid growth of bad bacteria on your skin. This is because your gut microbiome sets the pace for flora throughout your entire body.
If your probiotics are working, you may begin to see acne and similar skin conditions such as eczema and inflammation fade away.
Taking Control of Your Overall Health
Healthy gut microbiome has an effect on almost every area of your health. While probiotics are present in many of the foods we eat, such as fruits, vegetables, and fermented foods, we sometimes need a more deliberate course of action to ensure a continued healthy bacteria balance.
Immune health, cognitive function, and chronic digestive issues may all be alleviated with the careful selection of condition-specific strains of probiotics. If your goal is an overall healthy flora balance, the Proflora 4R Multi-Action Dietary Supplement is a step in the right direction when it comes to your goal of achieving optimal health.
References
[3] Drugs.com (know more, be sure)
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