NOW Gr8-Dophilus is a combination of 8 different species of beneficial bacteria designed to support gastrointestinal health and immune system function. FOS is also included in this product to assist healthy growth of acidophilus and bifidus organisms. Because this capsule is enteric coated, NOW Gr-8 Dophilus delivers its microflora directly to the intestine bypassing the harsh acidic conditions of the stomach. NOW Gr-8-Dophilus is stable at room temperature, requiring no refrigeration.

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Gr8-Dophilus (NOW) - Average rating 5 (2 reviews)  - Write a review Show Reviews Reviews (2) (0) (0) (0) (0)   4 of 6 people found the following review helpful. July 31, 2006 Reviewer: Dana in Missouri I take 1 capsule three times a day. I like this product best because it is enteric-coated allowing it to bypass the stomach acids and release in the small intestine. I think most probiotics have a hard time reaching the small intestine because of stomach acids. Was this review helpful to you? Yes  No February 28, 2012 Reviewer: Danish in India NOW Gr8 Dophilus without any doubt is absolutely great product. What is in the name is surely in its label as well as efficacy. I took it for myself, my father as well as my clients. They responded tremendously just within few days of consuming it. Gr8!! Was this review helpful to you? Yes  No

153-0083 NOW Gr8-Dophilus 60 capsules Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1 Vcap Servings Per Container: 60 Amount Per Serving % Daily Value* Blend of 8 Strains of Probiotic Bacteria 4.0 Billion Organisms 4.0 billion    Lactobacillus Acidophilus 1.2 billion    Lactobacillus rhamnosus 600 million    Lactobacillus salivarius 600 million    Lactobacillus casei 600 million    Streptococcus thermophilus 400 million    Bifidobacterium longum 200 million    Bifidobacterium lactis 200 million    Bifidobacterium bifidum 200 million    *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Contains no salt, yeast, wheat, gluten, egg or preservatives.   Other Ingredients: Cellulose (capsule), FOS (fructooliosaccharides), Ascorbic acid, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, enteric coating. Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement,take 1 VCap 1 to 3 times daily, preferably with or before meals. Warning: Contains trace amounts of soy protein (peptides) and lactose (milk). Does not contain milk protein. Before beginning any program of weight loss, consult your health care practitioner. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you notice any errors in the information above, please let us know. If you have further questions about this product, please contact NOW at 1-888-NOW-FOOD The nutrition facts listed above are supplied as a courtesy to our customers. The nutrition facts were current and accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time they were entered. Manufacturers often change formulas or ingredients without notifying us. We do our best to keep them as up to date as possible, however Netrition.com will not be held responsible for any differences between what is listed on our web site and what is listed on the product that you receive. If you need to be 100% certain of the ingredients currently being shipped, we recommend that you call or email our customer service department to check the shelf of current stock.

Did you know that poor digestive function is a contributing factor in more than ninety percent of America's serious health issues?! The waiting rooms of doctors are jam packed, in part because so many people are suffering with gastrointestinal problems. The medical establishment and alternative health and wellness practitioners don't always agree, but both sides are certain that a healthy digestive system is the cornerstone of good health. Proteins, the building blocks of life; carbohydrates and fats, your body's source of energy; vitamins and minerals; and water - all are assimilated through digestion. If you're not properly digesting the foods you eat, your body isn't obtaining the nutrients it needs to repair, renew and thrive. Without the raw materials it needs to repair the damage we do to ourselves every day, your body begins to break down, leading to poor health and accelerated aging 2,3.

While there are a multitude of factors involved in healthy digestive function, one of the most important is the delicate balance of bacteria found in the human gastrointestinal (GI) tract. There are three main types of flora in the human GI tract - Bifidobacteria, Bacteroides and Eubacterium. Of slightly less importance are Lactobacilli, Streptococci and Peptococci and other transitory flora1. Our stomachs and intestines are populated by hundreds of billions of these bacteria, or microflora. Amazingly, there are more probiotic organisms in our gut than there are cells in our bodies! That's a lot of bacteria, but it's GOOD bacteria, and each strain has specific functions in the human body. These bacteria aid the digestion of food and have protective qualities that contribute to good colon health. While a good balance of these different microflora is necessary, there are many factors that can, and do, disrupt this balance -certain medications, a poor diet, infection, stress, bad bacteria, aging and even the climate. The good news is a rapidly expanding body of research suggests that supplementing the diet with the right mix of microflora can have a beneficial affect on gastrointestinal function, and therefore overall health.

NOW Gr8-Dophilus exclusively utilizes the finest strains from Rhodia Incorporated, the world's leading supplier of high quality probiotic ingredients, and is enteric-coated to ensure that the bacteria in this product are not destroyed in stomach acid but reach the small and large intestines where they are most beneficial. Gr8-Dophilus is a vegetarian product that contains virtually no lactose.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is a well-studied microflora species that's highly resistant to gastric acidity and is able to proliferate in the presence of bile. Like many probiotic organisms, it also adheres well to intestinal cells, helping to prevent the adherence of certain enteropathogens5.

Lactobacillus casei is a microflora strain that is found in the human mouth and intestines as well as in fermented vegetables, milk and meat. Recent research has shown that this bacterium is active in the GI tract and may help to modulate the immune system*. Research is continuing into this very promising probiotic.

Lactobacillus rhamnosus, like Lactobacillus acidophilus, is highly resistant to gastric acidity and proliferates well in bile. It, too, adheres well to intestinal cells. NOW included this particular strain because it works extremely well with L. acidophilus.

Lactobacillus salivarius is a strain that has proven highly effective against Helicobacter pylori, a bacterial species implicated in a number of digestive conditions. Studies have shown that L. salivarius is capable of producing high amounts of lactic acid, which has been shown to inhibit H. pylori growth in live subjects. Compared to other Lactobacillus strains, L. salivarius was proven to have the greatest inhibitory effect on the proliferation of H. pylori,4 which is why this strain is included in Gr8-Dophilus.

Streptococcus thermophilus bacterium are isolated from yogurt and are recommended for lactose intolerant individuals to help digest lactose in the intestines. This strain is included in this formula to assist in the acidification of the intestinal environment, as well as to create a favorable environment for lactic acid bacteria.

Bifidobacterium bifidum is one of the workhorses of the large intestine. It has a high tolerance to gastric acidity, and, like L. acidophilus and many other probiotic organisms, it adheres well to intestinal cells, helping to prevent the adherence of certain enteropathogens5.

Bifidobacterium longum is a bifidobacterium of human origin that, like lactobacillus, is extremely resistant to gastric acid and bile salts. Because it's anaerobic (able to live without oxygen) it's perfectly suited to colonize the colon. Initial studies have shown that this particular strain of bifidobacteria helps to support the immune system*. It also seems to decrease enzymatic activity in feces. Researchers believe enzymatic activity in feces may contribute to carcinogenesis.

Bifidobacterium lactis is one of the most well-studied strains of probiotic bacteria, with a wealth of peer-reviewed, published research on its benefits. Clinical trials on B. lactis have shown it to be helpful in a number of digestive conditions, including diarrhea and lactose intolerance, as well as immune response modulation.5

References

1. Brudnak, Mark A.; The Probiotic Solution: Nature's Best-Kept Secret for Radiant Health, Dragon Door Publications, 2003
2. Various Authors; Functional Foods: Designer Foods, Pharmafoods, Nutraceuticals, Edited by Israel Goldberg; Chapman & Hall, Inc.; 1994
3. Tortora, Gerard J. & Grabowski, Sandra Reynolds; Principles of Anatomy and Physiology - Seventh Edition; Harper Collins, 1993
4. Drisko, J. et. al. Probiotics in health maintenance and disease prevention, Alternative Medicine Review, May, 2003
5. Playne, M. & Salminen, S. Health Benefits of Probiotics: Human studies and clinical trials, Nutrafoods, 2002