Gerilact®

GeriLact ® is a synbiotic (probiotic + prebiotic) formulation which is suitable for the elderly (older than 50 years old) and contains high amounts of 6 safe and beneficial bacterial strains plus fructooligosaccharides as prebiotic. Strains and prebiotic used include the following: • Lactobacillus rhamnosus • Lactobacillus bulgaricus • Lactobacillus casei • Lactobacillus acidophilus • Bifidobacterium breve • Bifidobacterium longum • Streptococcus thermophilus 10⁹CFU + Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) The Human gastrointestinal tract is colonized with a diverse population of microbes (microbial flora). This microbial flora not only has digestive function but also contributes in the homeostasis of intestinal epithelium and innate immunity. This microflora’s change is effective in the pathogenesis of various diseases, such as infections, inflammations, allergies and immunologic disorders. Recognition of the importance of intestinal microflora has increased the use of probiotics for promoting and maintaining overall health. Probiotics are live microorganisms which cause health benefits on the host if they are used in adequate amount. Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium are the most common probiotic strains. Streptococcus thermophilus and Saccharomyces boulardii are also used as probiotics. Taking probiotics can be useful in any situation, but the beneficial effects of this product is more obvious in the following conditions: • Treating the chronic constipation, bloating and abdominal pain in adults and elderly • Improving symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) • Improving the cardiovascular diseases including high blood cholesterol and hypertension. Probiotics and prebiotics can decrease the blood pressure, blood total cholesterol, LDL and triglyceride and can increase the blood level of HDL. • Improving glucose metabolism and decreasing fasting blood glucose, serum insulin and insulin resistance, especially in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. • Helping decrease of hepatic aminotransferase enzymes, total cholesterol and insulin resistance in patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver. • Helping with digestion of lactose in people with lactose intolerance and providing needed calcium for them in consequence. • Preventing of osteoporosis (especially after menopause) and increasing bone density. • Increasing the synthesis of folic acid and vitamins B2, B3, B6, B12. • Improving the digestion and absorption of nutrients such as proteins and fats.