Lactobacillus Reuteri 30 tablets YAMAMOTO

One of the most studied and highly effective Lactobacilli is Lactobacillus reuteri, which is commonly present in the intestinal mucosa from the first hours of a newborn's life. It is part of the important immune system passed from mother to child, providing the baby with initial protection from anti-inflammatory effects in the intestine. It is no coincidence that it is currently one of the safest and most widely used probiotic strains in pediatrics, where it is used for its significant benefits not only as a probiotic but also for the bothersome colic that infants, especially those fed formula, often suffer from.

In adults, however, its concentration can decrease in situations of stress, a weakened immune system (where it has a beneficial immunomodulatory effect), inflammatory conditions, gastrointestinal infections, and prolonged use of antibiotics. It is particularly useful for this purpose in cases of diarrhea, gastroenteritis (offering protection against rotavirus), and irritable bowel syndrome, counteracting the worsening of diarrhea and reducing the necessary recovery time. It works by producing "reuterin," a substance with antimicrobial activity, lactic acid, and acetic acid, which, by lowering the pH of the digestive tract, inhibit the growth of pathogenic bacteria such as Escherichia coli.

NOT JUST INTESTINES....
The subject of growing and ongoing studies, more and more confirm that healthy intestinal flora is a great aid to cardiovascular health.

One of the first factors to keep in mind if we want to enjoy a healthy heart and good blood circulation is maintaining blood cholesterol levels within "safe" regimens, since high cholesterol is one of the main risks to our cardiovascular health.

Probiotic bacteria, among the many physiological situations in which they are implicated and influence our health, are proving to be one of the most cutting-edge alternatives for controlling blood cholesterol levels through some particular mechanisms.

Lactobacilli, such as Lactobacillus reuteri, produce exopolysaccharides, fibers that can bind cholesterol and prevent its absorption. They also produce an enzyme complex, bile salt hydrolase (BSH), which reduces the intestinal absorption of dietary cholesterol, which is then eliminated through the stool. In fact, cholesterol, like all fats, requires conjugated bile acids for absorption. Therefore, taking Lactobacillus reuteri will increase cholesterol excretion through the stool by breaking the chemical bonds of conjugated bile acids. Further related mechanisms are being studied in depth, but thanks to its additional action on cardiovascular health, the intake of Lactobacillus reuteri is emerging significantly as a complement to a balanced diet, physical exercise, and the use of specific nutraceutical supplements such as omega-3, citrus bioflavonoids such as those from bergamot, phytosterols, and vitamin K2.