Acitvia yogurt by Dannon advertises the effects of good bugs, or intestinal bacteria known as probiotics, meaning "for life." Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium, the most commonly found good bacteria in probiotic supplements, can be...
Nutritional supplements have come a long way. Because there are so many choices, it is easy for consumers to become confused. However, certain supplements can be beneficial for alleviating problems associated with conditions such as irritable...
Nutritional supplements have come a long way. Because there are so many choices, it is easy for consumers to become confused. When used under a health professional's advice, certain supplements can be beneficial for alleviating problems associated...
Activia is a nutritional yogurt product which the manufacturer claims helps naturally regulate the digestive system. Made with an active ingredient called Bifidus Regularis, Activia may help manage digestive irregularity. Activia is marketed and...
Probiotics are the "good" bacteria that are similar to healthy microorganisms found in the human gut. In children, use of probiotics can reduce diarrhea caused by antibiotics --- and probiotics are sometimes helpful in treating other conditions...
A brand of probiotic dairy products, Activa manufactures items such as plain yogurt, semi-solid yogurt, fiber enhanced yogurt, granola toppers and yogurt drinks. The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine states that probiotics...
If you're lactose intolerant, you may be able to eat Activia brand yogurt without developing any symptoms. The advertised benefit of Activia is that adding the yogurt to your daily eating plan will promote regularity. Activia does not contain any...
The Dannon Company produces a variety of yogurts with different ingredients, flavors, textures and caloric content. Dannon and other brands of yogurt are rich sources of calcium, protein and potassium. The bacteria in yogurt may help improve the...
Probiotic yogurt drinks claim to contain beneficial bacteria and yeast that aid in digestion and promote overall health. Probiotics, literally meaning ''for life,'' are live microorganisms similar to ones found in the human intestine. Also called...
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is not a disease in and of itself, but rather a collection of gastrointestinal symptoms that may include both diarrhea and constipation, bloating and gas, abdominal pain and cramping. During a flare-up, you may have...
