What’s in Pro-50 Fusion™ probiotic and why is it good for you?
Lactobacillus Acidophilus
An extremely well researched commercial probiotic developed in the 1900s. Countless studies have proven that it improves intestinal bacteria, reduces bloat and aids digestion.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21436726/
Lactobacillus Bulgaricus
This is a good bacteria found in the gut and helps create a positive balance of good bacteria
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25793197
Bifido Blendis
A combination of 3 strains of good bacteria which can enhance digestion, help with IBS, ease flatulence and abdominal bloating and discomfort.
Lactobacillus Rhamnosus
A gut bacteria which can help the balance with good bacteria and bacteria in the gut may relive IBS and upset stomach
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6048217/
Fennel
Fennel has literally been used to aid digestion since ancient times, records even exist dating back to ancient Egypt. Countless studies exist to support the amazing benefits of fennel. It is also used in over the counter medicine such as Gaviscon and Gripe water but also in some prescription medicine.
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.3109/09637486.2011.627841?journalCode=iijf20
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4137549/
https://www.onegreenplanet.org/natural-health/fennel-and-digestion/
Another important use of fennel is to help alleviate menstrual pain and cramps and associated bloating
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3611645/
https://medicalxpress.com/news/2017-05-benefits-fennel-postmenopause-symptoms.html
Aniseed Extract
Aniseed extract, aniseed tea and the seed have been used for centuries to naturally eliminate indigestion. In many countries, aniseed is added to meat dishes and heavy foods to make digestion easier. Drops are also given to babies to give relief from colic.
Aniseed has an antispasmodic property which allows overactive muscles to relax. This is very beneficial for ‘soothing’ the stomach and helping with an overactive bowel. This process helps to reduce bloat, nausea and reducing the build-up of gases which can reduce flatulence.
Aniseed can also stimulate appetite and has been used in medicine for eating disorders.
Many other studies have shown numerous health benefit which includes relieving menstrual pain and bloating, anxiety and beneficial for certain skin conditions.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28449595
Lemon Balm
Lemon Balm for centuries has been used as a digestive aid as well as a relaxant. It has further been used to treat migraines, anxiety and urinary infections.
Lemon Balm is what’s known as a “carminative herb”, meaning it can relieve stagnant digestion, ease abdominal cramping, and promote the overall digestive process. The volatile oils in Lemon Balm contain chemicals known as “terpenes” that relax muscles and relieve symptoms such as excess gas.
Lemon Balm contains both “choloretics” and “colagogues”, which may also help with liver and gall bladder problems. Bile is produced in the liver, stored in the gall bladder and then released into the small intestine to digest fats. A choloretic stimulates production of bile whilst a colagogue enhances the expulsion of bile from the gall bladder. The primary Lemon Balm constituents in these categories are; caffeic acid, eugenol, chlorogenic acid and P-coumaric acid, which enhance the content of digestive juices thus improving the digestion of food.
“Monograph: Lemon Balm”. Health Canada. 17 March 2008. Retrieved 8 October 2016
https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/6be5/b1a1c940f05017ad3580ec9a0f70fe32ec43.pdf
Anxiety/Insomnia
Lemon Balm contains the active compound “rosmarinic acid” – an enzyme which effectively increases GABA (gamma amino-butyric acid) in the brain. GABA is one of the inhibitory neurotransmitters, used by the brain to prevent over-excitement and attain balance. It is responsible for ensuring that we are not overly stressed and plays a role in sleep cycles. Increasing stimulation of GABA receptors will produce a sedative or calming effect and explains why Lemon Balm works well as an anti-anxiety herb.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4245564/
Peppermint
peppermint, mint oil, mint leaves, as well as mint extract, has been used for thousands of years for its medicinal properties. Many medicines such as Gaviscon and others use peppermint to alleviate ingestion symptoms, acid reflux and to aid digestion. As Peppermint is on the alkaline scale it can also help with acidity symptoms.
https://www.nhs.uk/news/medication/peppermint-does-soothe-ibs/
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/04/110419101234.htm
Black pepper extract
Black pepper and its extract, sometimes known as piperine, is a very common spice and has been used for centuries added to food as well as being used in natural medicine to aid digestion. It is clinically known that black pepper stimulates the pancreas and intestines to release enzymes which help and ease digestion
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17987447