The following comes to you from MBA Company

FLORA      SOURCE

(some of the important microorganisms)

Note please the bracketed message above.  That was in our original
script for this web site.  We have been endeavoring for months to 
get the lab to give us the "up to date" listing and wording for all of
the microorganisms in the newest FLORA SOURCE product.

After considering how to do this, we tell you that Lactobacillus reuteri
is no longer in the contents, but the new microorganisms that are in
the content are: Lactobacillus paracasei, Bifidobacteriuim lactis,
and Lactobacillus brevis.

   We were going to modify the strains listed and add the new ones.
That proved to be more work than it should take.
Please keep in mind that what was listed below included the 14 strains
contents.   Now there are 16 strains and all is current in the product.

So, please click    H E R E    to get all the "scoop" on what is new !

This brings you up to date on the strains subject  (Feb 2, 2002 and
into early 2004 [we've made updates] as you will see when you
click the HERE above).

You could now just go to the  H E R E and forget all below.

            Just in case you ever wish to know how it "WAS"         

For now we will leave the original web site... as shown below.

     Thank you.

Lactobacillus salivarius = This particular microorganism has the unique ability to eradicate the dreaded Helicobacter pylori (H. Pylory) bacteria, which is considered a major cause of peptic ulcers. It interferes with the normal defenses against stomach acid and/or produces a toxin that contributes to peptic ulcer formation. The traditional treatment involves antibiotics, but this does not always eradicate to organism and is often accompanied by harmful side effects. It can also become resistant to antibiotics. L. salivarius was discovered by researchers to be able to produce a high amount of lactic acid and thus completely inhibit the growth of H. pylori and reduce associated inflammatory response. It is also effective against pathogenic organisms such as Salmonella typhimurium.

Lactobacillus casei = this microrganism is reported in Microbiology and Immunology to
have the most potent protective activity against the potentially lethal Listeria bacteria
than an other bacteria.  About 30 % of those infected with listeria bacteria die. Listeria bacteria
is transmitted to humans by direct contact with infected animals or their secretions, by
breathing infected dust, or through contact contaminated sewage or soil. It is most commonly
transmitted through consumption of contaminadted dairy products and raw vegetables.  The most common form of Listerosis is meningitis (infection of the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord, which if left untreated can result in coma or death. 

L. casei is being studied for use as a vaccine against sexually transmitted diseases, and also for use with tumors in cancer patients. 

Lactobacillus reuteri = The efficacy of L. reuteri as a probiotic for the control of Cryptosporidium
parvum infection was reported in the Journal of Infectious Diseases.  These bacteria can be found in  water, as it is able to survive the chlorination process.  It produces flu like symptoms. 
L. reuteri has been shown to help prevent C. parvum infections in subjects with deficient immune
systems.  Other tests have shown this strain to be beneficial in treatment of watery diarrhea.  Poultry science reports that injecting it into eggs, or by adding it to the food and water of chick's controls many harmful bacteria associated with poultry. L. reuteri may be a replacement to the antibiotics used to eliminate bacteria in poultry.

L. rhamnosus = This is one of the most thoroughly studied probiotic strains.  Its advantages in
the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders are well documented.  It has been associated with the
alleviaton or prevention of disorders such as lactose intolerance, viral and bacterial diarrhea,
adverse effectors of abdominal radiotherapy, constipation, inflammatory bowel disease, and food
allergy according to Applied Environmental Microbiology, Jan. 1999.  It has been shown to
inhibit the growth of tumors.  It is an organism of human origin that survives in the gastrointestinal tract, and has evidence proving its ability to inhibit the formation of human colon
cancers. L. rhamnosus has demonstrated an increased resistance to vaginitis and urinary tract infections.  More recently, there has been evidence linking a lactobacilli vaginal deficiency with
sexually transmitted diseases including AIDS.  It has also been shown to inhibit the growth of a
variety of bacterial species.  One researcher reports, "L. rhamnosus may be considered as one
of the most important lactobacilli, if not the best."

Lactobacillus bulgaricus = This bacteria is not a colonizer, but it is a great help to the resident bacteria that set up colonies in your intestines.  It is especially famous for alleviating digestive problems and taming runaway appetites, but everyone can benefit greatly from it.  L. bulgaricus is recommended for overall support of the friendly bacteria.  It enhances the digestibility of milk products and other proteins, helps to produce natural antibiotic substances, and to clean the colon without disrupting friendly bacteria.

Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-1 = This super strain has been shown to be the most effective against the widest number of pathogens.  It produces extremely effective natural antibiotic substances that can inhibit 11 known disease-causing bacteria.  It has also been proven to inhibit yeast infections, improve chronic constipation and/or diarrhea, aid in nutrient uptake and prevent food poisoning by targeting the harmful bacteria.  It fights candida overgrowth, and is helpful to those with food, chemical or environmental sensitivities.  It adheres naturally to the walls of the intestine without harming the intestinal wall.

Streptococcus thermophilus = The antioxidant activity of this strain scavenges the body for free radicals which increase in the body as a result of aging, stress, antibiotics, consumption of sugar, chlorinated water and other chemicals and toxins.  It displays anti tumor activity especially as related to colon cancer cell growth.  It has been shown to inhibit ulcer formation in rats, and is effective in the treatment of diarrhea as well as intestinal and vaginal infections.

Lactobacillus sporogenes = This unique microorganism proved effective in lowering cholesterol by 104 points in a three-month study performed  at the G. B. Pant hospital in New Delhi, India.  There was a highly significant reduction in the LDL cholesterol levels, and a small but significant increase in HDL cholesterol levels.  Use of this microorganism is an attractive alternative to drug therapy since there are no side effects.  It also provides "an excellent preventative effect against various diseases of the intestine."  According to one researcher.

Bifodobacteria longum = Researchers report that B. longum was able to eliminate the nitrates commonly found in foods ingested by humans.  Normal levels of nitrates ingested by humans not able to destroy this strain.  It may also significantly inhibit the development and growth of colon, liver and breast cancers in laboratory animal models.

Bifidobacteria bifidum = This microorganism has the ability to protect the body against rotavirus diarrhea and is a supportive therapy for intestinal infections and intestinal disturbances.   It has also been reported to have immune strengthening properties, especially in relation to colon health and its suppressive effect on tumors.  It is well tolerated without side effects, and reduces the inflammatory response of the colon and stimulating the body's fluid immunity.

Bifidobacteria infantis = This strain is part of an important group of microorganisms, which are considered to exert a range of biological activities related to human health.  One aspect is the inhibitory effect of B. infantis on invasive pathogenic bacteria such as E-coli.  Results of studies show that it is able to exert more than one mechanism of inhibition, which is important with regard to protection of gastroenteritis.  Although the mechanism of the anti tumor activity is unclear, it clearly produces compounds with anti proliferative activity useful in the prevention and therapy of solid tumors like breast cancer.

Lactococcus lactis = L. lactis is a natural antibiotic, which reduces the ability of pathogenic bacteria to grow and cause infection.  It is especially effective against the bacteria Listeria monorytogenes, which cause severe food poisoning.

Lactobacillus plantarum = This strain is the dominating bacterial species in most naturally fermented foods.  It is an excellent alternative to antibiotics, and makes use of its potential to block receptor sites for gram-negative bacteria. L. plantarum is capable of metabolizing semi resistant fibers, such as onions, garlic, artichoke, wheat, oat, rye, bacteria bananas, and yeast.  
It is also an important tool in anti-microbial defense and is effective both against extra-and intercellular pathogens.

Lactobacillus acidophilus = By far the most important bacterial resident of the small intestine is L. acidophilus.  This is the  colonizer, the inhabitant that constitutes the first line of defense against alien invaders  as well as opportunistic organisms like yeasts.  It even helps to keep your heart healthy by lowering the levels of cholesterol in the blood.  When present in significant numbers, they prevent pathogens from lining the intestinal walls.  If too many colonies of intestinal bacteria build up, nutrient absorption can be blocked.  Fortunately, when the walls are crowded with acidophilus colonizers, there is no room for newcomers.

The above is presented by MBA Company.

All from the      Laboratory 

We intend to use this for linking to our Flora Source web sites.
(It's one thing to see names of contents.  We want you to know what they mean)

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