Bona-Bacillus
Friendly flora to promote intestinal balance
Each Bonabacillus capsule, provided by Westlake Laboratories, contains over four billion beneficial organisms, including representatives of both the lactobacillus and bifidobacterium genera, mixed in a base of prebiotic fructooligosaccharide.
Functions
Oral supplements of live, beneficial intestinal micro-organisms for nutritional health and well-being are known as probiotics. Probiotic dietary lactobacilli colonize the intestinal tract, depending on the specific bacterium-to-host affinity. Bacteria are continually in competition for colonization space. The original bacterial colonies have an advantage over transient bacteria. Nevertheless, the composition of the intestinal microflora is dynamic and constantly changing. If harmful microorganisms proliferate, the equilibrium is disturbed, and it becomes difficult even for indigenous bacteria to maintain their necessary territory to colonize the intestine. Antibiotics tend to kill off both beneficial and harmful bacteria, and thus may also disturb the normal, healthy balance of intestinal microorganisms. When potent probiotic supplements, such as Bonabacillus, are supplied regularly, chances are greatly increased for establishing and maintaining a healthy population of beneficial intestinal microorganisms. Once established, a normal intestinal microflora rich in lactobacilli creates acidic conditions that are unfavorable for the settlement of pathogenic microorganisms.
Indications
Bonabacillus capsules may be a useful dietary supplement for those who wish to support their intestinal microflora with meaningful amounts of beneficial microorganisms.
Formula
Each Bonabacillus capsule contains over 2 billion (2000 million) organisms in the following potencies:
Lactobacillus. acidophilus ... 2 Billion
B. Bifidum ... 2 Billion
In a base of FOS (fructooligosaccharides), special carbohydrates, enzymes and ulmus fulva
Suggested Use
Adults take 1capsule daily or as directed by physician.
Side Effects
No adverse effects have been reported
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This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
We at Westlake labs take heavy metal contamination seriously and thus test our products routinely to assure quality. We offer a survey compared to big box store brands randomly obtained over the last year.