Tibicos also known as algae, algae microorganisms capable of fermenting, which bacterial colonies (Lactobacillus, Streptococcus, and Pediococcus and Leuconostoc) and yeast (Saccharomyces, Candida, Kloeckera and probably at least two species).Their origin is unknown - unknown, however,, that occur in Mexico in some species of cacti, where they have an abundance of their natural diet, or sugar water. They have the form of a fairly fragile “crystals” of substantial transparency, easily staining juices rich in intense colors.
Crystals Japanese produce the so-called. Water kefir - healthy probiotic drink, where you can enjoy your entire family (adults and children). This is a great alternative to sugary drinks, or even the majority of the gas on the market offered juice (they are often sweetened and chemically treated and colored). Especially for the little ones, it is important, not to supply the growing organisms, preservatives and artificial colors and flavors contained in popular beverages advertised for children. Is a healthy beverage made personally controlled by ourselves ingredients, rich in nutrients and contains beneficial bacteria to improve the proper functioning of our body is not an excellent choice for those, who want to take care of themselves in times of mass consumption of healthy food too?
Crystals also called Japanese sea algae cultures are different strains of healthy bacteria and yeast. These microorganisms living together in a symbiotic system, and the substance in which they are connected is a polysaccharide produced by bacteria (dextran formed from glucose). Thus form a stable crystal-like structure of irregular shape and relatively high transparency. These organisms feed on sugar and produce lactic acid, alcohol (incl. ok.1,5%) and carbon dioxide. In this way, the sugared water, they can produce tasty fermented lightly carbonated beverage - the so-called. Water kefir.
Crystals do not synthesize water kefir galactose, in contrast to the disc kefir grains fermented milk Tibetan (kefiran contains not only glucose, but also galactose). Thus, marine algae (fed with fresh water , instead of lactose-containing milk) are devoid of characteristic mushroom Tibetan mucous envelope and slightly "gummy" fairly elastic consistency. They are rather smooth and slippery, and crumble under pressure.
Crystals stain under the influence of dyes contained in juices, which often dosmacza the base water kefir.
To grow crystals healthy Japanese (Seaweed) and efficiently produce water kefir, avoid contact with metal, and use only glass objects, plastic or wooden.
Water kefir with crystals Japan contains a wealth of bacteria on the beneficial effects of health. These bacteria have a significant impact on the course of many disorders regulation of biochemical processes occurring in the gastrointestinal tract, that affect human health, and are caused by improper composition of the microbiota. As confirmed by numerous studies, bacteria known as probiotics include:
– help maintain the balance of intestinal flora, has been proved to play an important role in the pathogenesis of (especially gastrointestinal, but also uric, sex, or immune),
– stimulate the immune system,
– protect against colonization of pathogenic bacteria (for example,. creating a low pH), fungi and contribute to their elimination,
– protect the body from the effects of pollutants, creating a protective barrier which prevents penetration of harmful substances into the bloodstream,
– neutralize the by-products of metabolism,
– have therapeutic effects in various disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, accompanied by diarrhea,
– have the ability to prevent allergic reactions,
– accelerate the peristalsis, especially in patients with constipation
– support the formation of certain vitamins in the gut (and especially vitamin K and B12).
Below further described positive effects of probiotics:
Prevention of intestinal infections (for example,. acute diarrhea, salmonella, dysentery, viral infections, as rotaviruses) - effects similar to antibiotic without its side effects.
By producing organic acids, hydrogen peroxide and bacteriocins (nisin, acidolin, Acidophilic, lactacyna, lactocydyna, reuterin, laktolina i enterocyna) inhibited the growth of pathogenic organisms that cause intestinal infections. High antibacterial activity is associated:
– the reduction of pH less than optimal for harmful microorganisms;
– the use of nutrients necessary for the growth and development of pathogenic microorganisms, which hampers their development
– and building barricades on the walls of the intestinal pathogenic organisms, which prevents them from penetrating into the bloodstream.
Helicobacter Pylori Infection
On a separate comment Helicobacter pylori infection deserves, which has recently increased its resistance to antibiotics. Studies have shown, that taking probiotics parallel to cure Helicobacter pylori antibiotic against, increases the likelihood of recovery from infection. In addition to the group receiving pharmacological treatment also noted probiotics 87% efficiency and this value was about 17% higher than in the group, where probiotics were administered.
Diarrhea after antibiotic
The use of antibiotics in the treatment of various diseases has an adverse effect on the cells of the small intestine (builders intestinal mucosal epithelium and participating in the process of absorption from the small intestine into the blood) and indirectly disrupts intestinal function by changing the composition of the intestinal microflora. An antibiotic is a weapon of mass destruction - destroys everything - and what is bad, i to co dobre. Bacteria physiological after antibiotic treatment are largely depleted, which creates favorable conditions for the development and overgrowth of pathogenic organisms, m.in. Clostridium difficile, Pseudomonas, Proteus and Candida albicans. These changes bring in a dozen or so percent of people treated with antibiotics to onset of diarrhea of varying severity.
Delivery of preferred probiotics is important not only in all suffering from diarrhea after antibiotic, but also prophylactically during antibiotic (in parallel with an antibiotic), to prevent the occurrence of complications. Probiotics rebuild disturbed balance of bacterial flora in the intestine and inhibit the proliferation of pathogens.
Constipation
The cause of constipation is often impaired intestinal microflora composition. Reducing the amount of probiotic bacteria in the large intestine tends to reduce the production of short-chain fatty acids, which stimulate bowel function by chemical and influence on the stool rozmiękczająco. The cause of constipation can also be a shortage of dietary fiber, which softens the water absorbing fecal masses. Like the fiber work fructo - foster softening stool weight and by stimulation of proliferation of bifidobacteria, acidification of intestinal contents and intestinal stimulation.
The administration of probiotic in combination with prebiotic (for example,. fiber) more intensely stimulates peristalsis.
Non-specific inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn's disease and ulcerative enteritis)
In connection with anti-inflammatory and regenerative action of probiotics beneficial bacteria to the intestinal mucosa and to the reduction of permeability of the intestinal membrane antigen is believed, that the disorder of the intestinal microflora composition, may also be a factor in initiating the development of inflammatory bowel disease.
The imbalance in the composition of the bacterial flora leading to immune disorders and inflammatory bowel disease, This is probably one of the key causes of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Alignment physiological composition of the intestinal flora of patients had a positive effect.
Also confirmed in studies, that the administration of probiotic bacteria effectively protects against recurrence of diverticulitis ileo-rectal anastomosis in patients with ulcerative colitis. Among those receiving probiotics relapses occurred only in 15%, while in the placebo group at 100% people.
Mmu in the small dulacja, immunostimulation - To stimulate the immune system
Regular supply of probiotics mobilizes the body's immune system to fight stimulating the production of antibodies.
This activity is based on:
– strengthening of phagocytosis, which is a method of defense against pathogenic organisms,
– increasing the activity of the cells involved in the system fagocytującycm (macrophages) and lymphocytes,
– synthesis and increasing the activity of sIgA antibody class in the gastrointestinal tract (These are the basic immune mechanism occurring within the intestinal mucosa),
– promoting differentiation and development of Th1 cell line and restore the balance between Th1 and Th2, production of cytoprotective substances and functional peptides.
Prevention and treatment of allergy (including atopic dermatitis, asthma and respiratory infections, allergic)
The imbalance in the composition of the intestinal microflora with reduction of the amount of lactic acid bacteria may affect the formation of allergy symptoms by several mechanisms. The positive impact of probiotics in allergic diseases is m.in. to:
– by stimulating the synthesis of IgA, IgG and activation of T cells and macrophages is stimulated general or local immune response,,
– stimulating the synthesis of mucins - these proteins bind to the pathogens as part of the immune system.
– reducing the permeability of the intestinal mucosa,
– elimination of pathogenic bacteria,
– reduction in the productivity of antigens,
– stimulating the production of TGF-beta, inhibiting an allergic reaction Th2-dependent.
The link between the state of the intestinal microflora and the development of allergies and the reduction of clinical symptoms of allergy, if applied probiotic therapy, confirmed in many studies. Restore the balance of intestinal microflora by probiotic administration reduces the risk of atopic dermatitis in infants with a family history of atopy. In one study, were tested 132 women between 36 a 38 week of pregnancy, and then their children. Confirmed, that the administration of probiotics for women two to four weeks before the birth, and then their children for six months significantly reduced the risk of developing these children with atopic dermatitis in two years.
Because of stimulating the secretion of IgA by lymphocytes and phagocytic capacity of macrophages, expected, prophylactic administration of probiotics should reduce the risk of respiratory diseases in children. After examining more than 500 healthy children 1-6 years attending nursery school or kindergarten, confirmed this assumption. In the group of children receiving probiotics for seven months, A statistically significant reduction in the incidence of respiratory infections in relation to children, that they did not receive.
Probiotics are often underestimated by doctors allergists, Meanwhile already scientific evidence demonstrating the beneficial effect of probiotics particularly in the case of allergy pokamowej.
Relief of symptoms of lactose intolerance
In people with lactose intolerance - milk sugar, niemetabolizowanej lactose results in the accumulation of gastro-intestinal ailments. It is not indicated for the complete elimination of the sugar from your diet, because it is involved in the absorption of calcium. Confirmed in many studies, that probiotics alleviate symptoms of dysfunction. People, who present with symptoms of lactose intolerance, should consume fermented beverages, as contained in these bacteria are capable of lactose nadtrawiania (release of beta-galactosidase), and further stimulate the secretion of digesting enzyme lactose (laktazy) gut wall. The mechanism of action to improve lactose digestion is double.
Urinary tract infections
Probiotic bacteria inhibit the proliferation of bacteria and adhesion to the surface patogennnych urothelial and vaginal. Different strains have different efficacy for various uropatogenów. Research confirmed, Lactic acid bacteria (Lactobakterie) most strongly inhibited the growth of Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Antykancerogenny potential impact on colorectal cancer and bladder
The full mechanism of action of probiotics antykancerogennego is not yet entirely clear - under investigation. It has been proven while restricting the development of intestinal bacteria produce enzymes faecal, that are involved in the synthesis of carcinogenic (glukuronidaza, nitroreduktaza) and other toxic substances in the intestine. Operation of these processes may be blocking involves the manufacture of a antykancerogennych: chromocyna A3, sarkomycin, neokarcinomycyna and on the distribution of the substance prokancerogennych: azobarwników, aflatoksyn, nitrosamines and nitrites.
In this study the probiotic bacterium Lactobacillus casei reduced the risk of bladder cancer recurrence.
The administration of probiotic and prebiotic (for example,. fiber) intensely stimulates peristalsis and reduces the time that intestinal cells from carcinogens.
Lowering cholesterol
In people with high cholesterol (hipercholesterolemia) been shown to improve the lipid profile. Antycholesterolowe properties rely on the absorption of cholesterol in the presence of bile acids and to reduce fat absorption from the gastrointestinal tract (thereby lowering the blood cholesterol) by decomposition ability of taurocholic acid and glycocholic anaerobically.
Chronic fungal and bacterial (in the vaginal)
By acidification of the environment, production of natural antibacterial and antiviral substances and the restoration of physiological microflora balance is inhibited the growth of harmful, pathogenic bacteria, and is the reduced severity of recurrence of infection associated with hypertrophy of bacteria and fungi acting adversely on the body (Candida albicans including causing m.in. vaginal thrush), also often colonize the gut and not just the gastrointestinal tract, but also other areas of the body (This is often the mouth - especially in children and the genital tract in women).
Demonstrated the efficacy of probiotic administration on chronic vaginal ignited, in particular, caused by Candida albicans. In one study, was significantly lower colonization of Candida in the vagina in women using oral probiotics. The oral administration of probiotics in vaginitis in women is also such a justification, multiple pathogens that infect the genital tract is derived from the gastrointestinal tract.
With regard to the very common problems of vaginal fungal infections in women caused by Candida overgrowth (kandydoza, thrush) it is worth mentioning also the possibility of not only the use of oral, but local probiotic bacteria restoring the desired pH and colonizing mucosal epithelium.
Treatment and prevention of dental caries
There are indications, probiotic bacteria that may affect the pathogenic microflora of the oral cavity and thereby reduce the risk of dental caries. Japanese scientists (Journal of Periodontology) claim, the regular delivery of probiotics reduces the risk of gum disease. Decay is caused by streptococcus Streptococcus mutant, and the growth of streptococci can inhibit the beneficial substances secreted by probiotic bacteria. By limiting the number responsible for the development of caries support probiotic bacteria streptococcus prophylaxis and treatment of this disease.
Others
Moreover, the regular supply of probiotics (for example,. drinking probiotic drink, which is water kefir with crystals Japanese) a beneficial effect on many other functions in the body, for example,:
– accelerates the digestion of milk proteins
– increases calcium absorption, Magnesium, Iron, phosphorus and other elements
– stimulates the secretion of gastric juices
– accelerates peristalsis
– provides vitamin PP, folic acid, vitamin H and vitamin B6
– restores the balance of intestinal microflora eliminating these digestive problems, jak heartburn, bloating, gases, constipation, diarrhea
– impact on reducing the production of fibrinogen - a protein, the excess in the blood contributes to the formation of blood clots, causing such. myocardial infarction
– anti-inflammatory
– reducing the negative effects of taking large amounts of drugs pollution, stress and smoking
– reduces the amount of toxins produced by intestinal microorganisms.
SUMMARY
Numerous scientific studies confirm, that the disorder of the intestinal microflora composition plays a key role in the etiology of certain diseases, especially gastrointestinal. Today's pace of life, improper diet devoid of fiber, and the increasing stress, antibiotic physiological reducing the amount of bacteria in the gut, and the increase in the number of pathogenic bacteria. This may manifest pain in the abdomen, bloating, biegunkami i zaparciami. In addition, the lowering of resistance and increase the tendency to develop allergies.
Administration of probiotics are safe, natural and effective way to treat these conditions. Unfortunately, Probiotic bacteria have to deliver consistently. Therefore eating silage or disposable drinking kefir once a week does not work as single-dose. Probiotics must be delivered to the body regularly.
Therefore, I recommend everyone to make their own crystals Japanese culture of continuous small daily portion of a plant producing these beneficial bacteria in a delicious drink, who bought in the store instead of the colored beverages we consume we and our children.
In conclusion, I will add only, probiotics that the supply is particularly important in children (because in childhood m.in. shaped their immune system) and in the elderly, (because with age comes to replace the bacterial flora on the more unfavorable).
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