Frequently Asked Questions About TruFlora™
How is TruFlora™ different from other probiotics?
Can TruFlora™ inhibit Candida?
Can TruFlora™ help if food-poisoning is suspected?
Can TruFlora™ help reduce Antibiotic-Associated diarrhea?
Can TruFlora™ be taken with other probiotics?
Can TruFlora™ be helped by prebiotics, like soluble fiber?
What is the best prebiotic to take with TruFlora™?
What are the probiotic species in TruFlora™ and how are they special?
Is TruFlora™ a good probiotic to take when traveling, how long can it be held without refrigeration?
Explain the patented delivery system that gets the probiotics and enzymes in TruFlora™ through the acidic stomach and into the small intestine unharmed.
How can TruFlora™ be taken by children or adults who cannot swallow capsules?
Does TruFlora™ contain any allergens in the eight groups now recognized by the FDA?
Does TruFlora™ require refrigeration?
TruFlora™ delivers a combination punch of three unique probiotic strains and two cell-wall digesting enzymes that work fast in the G.I. tract to inhibit undesirable food-borne microorganisms as they are ingested. For example, stopping microorganisms such as Salmonella, E. coli and Candida before they colonize the intestinal tract is key to preventing harmful reactions. TruFlora’s effect is maximized by patented delivery technology that assures viable transport of its active ingredients through harsh stomach acidity (Most probiotics suffer >99% destruction in the stomach!).
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Third party laboratory tests show that TruFlora™ inhibits the growth of Candida. When Candida yeast species are inoculated on a Petri dish along with TruFlora™, Candida growth is inhibited. How well this works in vivo depends on whether combination therapies such as dietary restrictions (no sugar) and supplemental anti-fungal compounds are used. Consult a naturopathic doctor or health care professional for advice on the best integrated therapies.
TruFlora™ inhibits Candida in two ways:
- Its cell-wall digesting enzymes break down betaglucans, the primary structural carbohydrates in Candida. Unlike other enzyme products that claim to do this, TruFlora™ does it best by utilizing the enzymes BETAGLUCANASE and HEMICELLULASE.
- Its three probiotic strains rapidly produce lactic acid in the ingesta (food undergoing digestion) as it moves through the small intestine; lactic acid inhibits Candida growth.
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If TruFlora™ is taken at a high enough dose immediately after eating contaminated food it can often reduce the effects of food-poisoning.* If taken anytime later it may still provide some benefi t. TruFlora™ acts as in A#2 above but also by direct competition with undesirable microorganisms for nutrients. This is called C.E., for competitive exclusion. Salmonella, for example, does not do well in head-to-head competition on a Petri dish against TruFlora’s probiotics.
NOTE: If food is eaten that is suspected of containing food-poisoning microorganisms do the following: Take one (1) TruFlora™ capsule every two (2) hours (up to 12 capsules in 24 hours) and follow with two (2) capsules daily for 10 days.
*Exceptions: Food heavily contaminated with food poisoning microorganisms or microbial toxins can cause food poisoning that cannot be stopped EVEN with high doses of probiotics. Taking probiotics is these situations may speed recovery time (see trufl ora.com for references).
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Yes. Broad spectrum antibiotics cause diarrhea in up to 25% of patients because they kill beneficial microorganisms in addition to the targeted disease causing organisms. If the patient does not replace the beneficial flora with probiotics diarrhea may become chronic. TruFlora™ can be taken during antibiotic therapy but always allow at least 3 hours separation between the antibiotic dose and the probiotic dose. After completing the antibiotic therapy continue taking TruFlora™ at one or two capsules daily for 30 days.
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Yes, it can be taken together with or ROTATED with other probiotics. Probiotic rotation enhances overall effectiveness by increasing the biodiversity of beneficial strains in the G.I. tract. Many doctors treating diseases that require multiple antibiotics (ex, Lyme Disease) recommend that more than one probiotic brand be taken together or rotated. When rotating TruFlora™ with another probiotic make sure the second probiotic contains different strains – Theralac® is a good choice since its three Lactobacillus and two Bifidobacterium strains stick to intestinal epithelial cells (soft lining) resulting in surface colonization that complements TruFlora’s ability to colonize intestinal contents (see www.theralac.com for references).
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Yes. TruFlora™ is a very powerful probiotic that utilizes 3 + 2 BIO-CLEANSING technology (3 probiotics + 2 enzymes) and it works effectively without any help. However, prebiotics such as soluble fiber products will increase TruFlora’s probiotic activity by up to two times. This can be used to improve the economy of using TruFlora™ by reducing the REGULAR DOSE from two (2) capsules to one (1) capsule weekly or the INTENSIVE DOSE from one (1) capsule daily to one capsule every-other-day.
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TruFiber® is a new prebiotic containing inulin, partially hydrolyzed guar gum (PHGG) and four fiber-digesting enzymes that dissolves easily with no grit, taste or thickening. It’s a remarkable advancement in prebiotics, one 3.6 gram serving delivers 14 % of the daily value for fiber and doubles the activity of probiotics such as TruFlora™ and Theralac®. Visit www.trufiber.net for detailed information. TruFiber® is clinically proven to improve regularity.
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There are three species: Bacillus coagulans (BC-705) or Lactobacillus sporogenes, Lactobacillus plantarum (LP-29), and Lactobacillus salivarius (LS-30). These three probiotics are present at a total viable plate count of 12 billion CFU/capsule guaranteed through expiration (TruFlora™ is formulated > 24 billion CFU/capsule). These probiotics colonize intestinal contents (food in small intestine, waste in colon) including niches and crevices where intestinal motility is slow. All three possess strong lactic acid-producing ACTIVITY. Each lot of TruFlora™ is tested for activity and the results are available here.
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Yes, the TruFlora™ formula contains probiotic strains that are quite stable at room temperatures (65-75 F) and can be held at these temperatures for up to 4 months. Also, by functioning in the intestinal contents, TruFlora’s probiotic strains can inhibit many types of undesirable bacteria present in contaminated food or water at the time they are ingested. Traveler’s diarrhea is usually caused by regional E. coli strains that locals are immune to but cause diarrhea in visitors. Petri dish studies confirm that TruFlora’s probiotic strains inhibit many E. coli strains as well as a wide variety of other undesirable bacteria and yeast.
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As with Theralac®, the new TruFlora™ formula is protected by sodium alginate (a natural carbohydrate from seaweed) that forms a protective buffered-gel around the probiotics when they enter the stomach. This gel stays intact, sequestering the sensitive probiotics and enzymes, until it reaches the small intestine where the probiotics and enzymes are released unharmed. The TruFlora™ formula is protected by U.S. Patents 7,122,370 and 7, 229, 818.
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Open the capsule and fold the contents into applesauce, yogurt or mashed banana. Folding is key, do not mix: Small, tasteless lumps will form that retain most of the patented acidproof protection. This is important as it assures viable delivery of the probiotics and enzymes through stomach acid.
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No. TruFlora™ does not contain: Yeast, Eggs, Corn, Soy, Milk, Casein, Gluten, Peanuts, Shell Fish, or Animal Products. Only three, food-grade, inert, stabilizing ingredients are present: Cellulose, silica, and magnesium stearate (vegetable source).
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Yes, all probiotics require refrigeration! But TruFlora™ can be held at room temperature (approx. 65-75 F) for up to 4 months and still meet label guarantees. This is because TruFlora™ is packaged under Totally Inert Packaging (T.I.P.™) conditions in amber glass bottles containing moisture and oxygen absorption packets, inert wadding, a sterile nitrogen fl ush, and double neck seals. To meet label guarantees through expiration be sure to refrigerate and do not hold at room temperature for more than 4 months. TruFlora™ can be held frozen (at –10 F or colder) for an indefi nite period of time (7 years +).
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Medical Strength Probiotic
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