Narutal Factors Women`s Probiotic Complex. Women`s Probiotic Complex is specially formulated for women this probiotic formula helps to support and enhance the microflora of the vagina and urethra. Used regularly Women`s Multi Probiotic may help clear up and prevent yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis.

Women`s Probiotic Highlights:
- Formulated for Women
- Helps prevent & treat UTI`s
- Treats yeast infections
- Helps restore healthy balance of intestinal microflora
- Helps treat Candida

Each Capsule Contains:
Proprietary Synergistic Blend:
Total Active Cell Count 12 Billion:
Lactobacillus acidophilus - 2.4 Billion
Lactobacillus casei - 2.4 Billion
Lactobacillus rhamnosus - 2.4 Billion
Bifidobacterium longum - 1.2 Billion
Lactobacillus plantarum - 1.2 Billion
Lactobacillus fermentum - 0.6 Billion
Lactobacillus lactis - 0.6 Billion
Streptococcus thermophilus - 0.6 Billion
Bifidobacterium breve - 0.4 Billion
Bifidobacterium bifidum - 0.2 Billion

Cranrich Cranberry Concentrate - 250mg

Also contains:
Vegetable capsule (cellulose, purified water), FOS (Fructooligosacchardies) inulin, Magnesium stearate (vegetable grade),
Ascorbic acid.

Does not contain:
artificial preservatives, colors, or sweeteners; no starch or wheat. May contain traces of milk.

Suggested Usage:
Adults take 1 capsule, 3 times per day or as directed by a health professional. If taking antibiotics, wait two hours before ingesting probiotics.

Additional Information:
What are Probiotics?
Probiotics are beneificial bacteria normally present in the digestive tract. They are vital for proper digestion, assimilation and synthesis of nutirents, prevention of yeast overgrowth and other pathogens, plus many other very important functions. Ideally, a healthy gut should have a 80 to 20 percent ratio of good to bad bacteria. However, because of improper food choices, antibiotic use, toxicity, etc., this delcicate balance is disrupted resulting in poor digestive functions which can over time contribute and cause a varitey of diseases and illness`.

Some Benefits of Probiotic Supplementation include:
- Assists in maintaining normal intestinal flora.
- Helpful for digestive disorders including IBS, Heartburn, Gas, etc.
- Replenishes intestinal flora following antibiotic therapy.
- Helpful for lactose intolerance.
- Enhances digestion and assists the synthesis of B vitamins.
- Helps inhibit and reduce Candida (yeast overgrowth).
- Prevents and treats yeast infections, thrush and athlete`s foot.
- Enhances nutrient absorption.
- Promotes immune function.

Urinary Tract Infections
Infections of the urinary tract are quite common, especially in women. Infections usually begin when bacteria colonize the bladder lining and cause inflammation (cystitis). The infection may spread up into the kidney causing nephritis or to the prostate causing prostatitis.

Symptoms of cystitis are urinary frequency and urgency with burning pain on urination. Emptying the bladder may not relieve the symptoms. The urine may be cloudy or “coke coloured”, due to the presence of blood. Lab testing of the urine reveals the presence of bacteria. Symptoms can be mild, with gradual onset or severe, with a quick onset. Fever and lower back pain signal that the kidney is affected. The symptoms of interstitial cystitis are the same but are usually recurring and lab testing is negative for bacteria.

Conventional treatment of cystitis involves the use of antibiotics to clear up the current infection. However, the body becomes susceptible to subsequent infections if friendly bacteria are not replaced. The overuse of antibiotics has also lead to antibiotic resistant strains of urinary tract pathogens. Individuals can help to minimize resistance by using antibiotics sparingly and always taking prescriptions until they are finished.

To prevent cystitis proper hygiene is essential. Do not use scented or coloured toilet paper or feminine hygiene products. Douches, lubricants, latex condoms, spermicides and seminal fluid can also cause bladder irritation. For women, always wipe from front to back when using the toilet and both partners should urinate as soon as possible after sexual intercourse. Wear breathable cotton underwear. Exercise the bladder by contracting the bladder muscles as you would to stop the flow of urine. Repeat this several times a day.

Tips to Help Prevent UTI`s
- Take vitamin C regularly
- Take probiotics Regularly
- Drink pure cranberry juice, or take a cranberry supplement
- Drink lots of pure water daily
- Ensure good hygiene
- Avoid coffee and cola, they irritate the bladder wall
- Limit or avoid refined & processed foods
- Do a kidney and bladder cleanse periodically
- Get tested for food sensitivities/intolerances
- Do a candida cleanse

Intestinal Health
Some of the most important players in intestinal health are not part of our own body. Friendly intestinal bacteria, often called probiotics, are an essential part of digestion. They break down food particles, manufacture vitamins and prevent the infection of the tract with other microbes. Each bowel movement actually contains millions of these friendly bacteria; they are in a constant state of renewal. Many concerns like indigestion, gas, bloating and constipation can be due to an imbalance of the intestinal bacteria. It is easy to upset this balance by improper diet or taking medications like antibiotics.

Many foods that we eat, other substances we consume and our lifestyles contribute to intestinal disorders. Highly processed foods, alcohol, medications and tobacco are difficult for our body to break down and may also physically damage the digestive lining.

Processed foods are also deficient in nutrients so not only does the body have to work extra hard to digest the food, but it also gets depleted of the things it needs to do its work. Water and fibre intake is important to have proper moisture and bulk in the stool and make bowel movements regular.

Stress, anxiety and other emotional concerns put our nervous system in an excited state. Our digestive processes are only fully functional when our nervous system is relaxed. Sedentary lifestyles decrease movement throughout the digestive tract. As our transit time slows there is more opportunity for the re-absorption of processed toxins and greater chance of microbial overgrowth. Slow transit time also dries the stool and makes it more difficult to pass. Our body is designed so that each time we eat a meal we have a bowel movement. Many individuals can be considered constipated and have bowel movements less than once daily. One can eat the most nutritious food but if the intestinal membrane is not in good working order the body will not be able to absorb the nutrients.

Information provided by Natural Factors.

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