Picture this. You’re sitting at the playground watching your kids play and then, something unusual catches your eye. A sudden realization hits you. Come to think of it, there are a few children that you usually see at the playground, and they never seem to have a meltdown. The parents are sitting and chatting animatedly, everyone seems relaxed and happy. It’s like they’re on some kind of prescription that oils the parenting machine and keeps their children in-sync. Everyone is having a good time, and the kids are squealing in excitement, tossing balls or getting on rides and playing well with each other.
It looks like a dream and I have to pinch myself. That was real. I want me some of that. Is there a secret parenting club that I can join, or get on some of the meds they’re on?
In my quest for healthy, well-adjusted kids, the most common topic (among others) that trend on Google is probiotics. In a nutshell, probiotics are bacteria that provide health benefits when consumed by improving the gut flora. Simply put, it promotes a balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut. A healthy gut absorbs nutrients and expels waste better, so it is thought that a conducive environment equates a body that is conditioned to run on an optimized mode.
That kind of makes sense. Babies who are prone to colic or tummy aches may find relief in a regular dose of probiotics to prevent them from backing up. When the body is functioning properly, the organs do their job and the rest just falls into place. That may explain the happy and calm scene in the playground.
As I dug deeper, other benefits that constantly made the list include:
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Improve gut’s health
Probiotics work by giving your gut a boost of good bacteria and balances the gut flora. The spillover benefits have been extolled earlier and we can’t emphasize more on the importance of balance in the gut.
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Reduce the severity of diarrhea
Research has suggested that selected strains of probiotics ingested in suitable doses have been found to be an effective treatment for infants and young children in developed countries who are afflicted with acute diarrhea. These strains are namely Lactobacillus GG, Saccharomyces boulardii, Lactobacillus reuteri. Probiotic consumption of at least 5 billion/d reduced the duration of diarrhea by about a day. We recommend that you consult your physician before embarking on self-medication.
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Intestinal problems – irritable bowel syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease
There has been a growing interest in using probiotics as a treatment option for IBS and IBD in recent years. Microbiome provides the metabolic fuel needed for the growth of beneficial microorganisms (prebiotics), or by providing children with probiotics.
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Allergies and eczema
With so much talk about maintaining the balance of your gut with probiotics, it goes without saying that the optimization of the gut promotes your organs to work more effectively. By cleansing the body of toxins which may trigger allergies and eczema, probiotics can claim some glory in that aspect. Personally, my toddler has seen a reduced flare of eczema since consuming probiotics. It has worked wonders so please check with your Pediatrician to discuss this option of prevention.
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Digestive Disorders
Children are notoriously picky eaters and a good dose of probiotics will help them go in the washroom when they insist on a poor diet.
BeFine probiotic
Use BeFine probiotic products to keep your family in good gut health! Moreover, BeFine that contains Bifidobacterium (a strain that is clinically proven probiotic and validated in Japan), helps to reduce the risk of influenza infection up to 80% by improving our immune system.
Grab the yogurt or drinks off the shelf and indulge your family with this reliable companion for health. Picky little ones won’t stand a chance against the yummy flavors that BeFine comes in. Choose from two flavors of yogurt (original or passionfruit) or four flavors of drinks (original, passionfruit, mulberry or strawberry).
Manufactured in accordance to stringent Japanese standards, BeFine products also contain a combination of selected strains of bacteria that best suits our lifestyle. The range of products are low fat, low sugar with NO sugar added, and contain no artificial coloring.
Your body is your temple. Choose wisely and consume moderately. Treat your family to BeFine – the finest probiotics your family will ever need. Get it off the shelves from your favorite grocer today, and put that smile on your little ones face. They would never know that mummy bested them in their search for dessert.