Pro B Capsule

✔️ Description:

Probiotics are commonly known as “friendly” or beneficial bacteria that naturally reside in the human gastrointestinal (GI) tract. While the term bacteria is often linked to infection and disease, beneficial bacteria play a vital role in maintaining normal body functions, supporting overall health, and protecting against illness. In contrast, pathogenic or “harmful” bacteria can disrupt the balance of intestinal microflora and contribute to disease.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), probiotics are defined as:

“Live micro-organisms which, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host.”

✔️ Intestinal Microflora Balance

A healthy gastrointestinal tract typically contains 85–90% beneficial bacteria, while potentially harmful bacteria and yeast make up only 10–15% of the microbial population. In small numbers, these unfriendly organisms do not cause harm. However, when this balance is disturbed, a condition known as dysbiosis develops.

Dysbiosis refers to the symptoms and health problems that arise from an imbalance or dysfunction of the intestinal microflora, often leading to digestive discomfort and systemic health issues.

✔️ Pro-B and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by symptoms such as abdominal pain, cramping, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. Studies show that individuals with IBS often have reduced levels of beneficial Bifidobacterium species.

Clinical evidence suggests that Bifidobacterium infantis supplementation can significantly reduce IBS symptoms, particularly in women. Additionally, Lactobacillus species, such as Lactobacillus plantarum, are being studied for their potential therapeutic benefits in IBS management.

✔️ Pro-B and Immune Enhancement

Research indicates that probiotics support immune function by:

• Activating immune cells such as macrophages and lymphocytes
• Increasing cytokine production
• Enhancing natural killer (NK) cell activity
• Raising immunoglobulin levels
• These actions strengthen the body’s defense mechanisms against infections.

✔️ Pro-B and Diarrhea

One of the strongest areas of scientific evidence supporting probiotic use is in the management and prevention of various types of diarrhea, including antibiotic-associated and infectious diarrhea. Probiotics help normalize intestinal flora and shorten the duration of symptoms.

✔️ Role of Pro-B in Health Conditions Pro-B and Antibiotic Recovery

Antibiotics are designed to eliminate harmful bacteria, but they often destroy beneficial bacteria as well. This disruption of normal gut flora commonly results in diarrhea and other gastrointestinal disturbances. Supplementation with probiotics during and after antibiotic therapy helps restore beneficial bacteria, thereby reducing antibiotic-associated side effects.