Why we can trust Blackmores
Founded in 1932, Blackmores is Australia’s leading natural health company. They offer an extensive range of vitamins, herbal and mineral supplements to aid in a range of areas – from strong bones to a healthy brain. Blackmores merge the best parts of Eastern and Western medicine through a combination of traditional naturopathic expertise and rigorous scientific research to formulate evidence-based products..
Introducing the new kid on the block: Blackmores Probiotics + IBS Support
Blackmores have launched a FODMAP Friendly Certified product containing a blend of probiotics and prebiotic fibre to help relieve the symptoms of medically diagnosed Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). The supplement provides a ‘double whammy’ effect – you now have a comfortable way to get the prebiotic fibre that you may be missing out on by avoiding certain FODMAP containing foods, while also consuming five clinically trialled probiotic strains providing 27 billion good bacteria per sachet.
Hold on – what are probiotics and prebiotics again?
Probiotics are the good kind of bacteria that benefit the host (that’s us!) when consumed in adequate amounts. Prebiotics effectively act as food for these good bacteria, passing through the gastrointestinal (GI) tract undigested.
Although the research is still emerging, probiotics are understood to have a beneficial effect on our insides in multiple ways. Probiotics pass through your GI tract and produce beneficial metabolites on its way through. These metabolites have positive flow on effects on different parts of the body depending on the probiotic strain. There is promising research demonstrating positive effects of probiotic supplementation improving IBS symptoms such as diarrhoea and constipation. The beneficial bacteria in probiotics can also support the gut during use of antibiotics and play a role in supporting the regulatory responses of the immune system.
Prebiotics are naturally present in a range of plant foods. They provide bulk to stool which helps our bowels move efficiently. Unfortunately, prebiotics are found in many high-FODMAP foods (such as onion and garlic), so people with IBS may have to avoid some prebiotic-containing foods as they cause symptoms in this form.
How will Blackmores Probiotics + IBS Support help me?
We now know the important role that probiotics and prebiotics play in our gastrointestinal system. Blackmores Probiotics + IBS Support aids with managing the painful symptoms associated with medically diagnosed IBS – including bloating, abdominal pain and bowel movement difficulties. It contains six ingredients: two strains of Lactobacillus acidophilus, three strains of Bifidobacterium lactis and Acacia Senegal.
Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium lactis are two probiotics that have been clinically trialled and shown to be effective in relieving the symptoms of medically diagnosed IBS. Acacia Senegal is a low FODMAP prebiotic fibre sourced from acacia trees that promotes the growth of Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium lactis.
Can’t I just take a regular probiotic?
It is important to note that there is more than one type of probiotic – like people, we’re not all the same and behave in different ways. The effects of probiotics are strain-specific, which means that certain strains may be beneficial for a particular condition but not for another. Blackmores Probiotics + IBS Support contains five different types of good bacteria strains that have been specifically researched in the context of IBS.
How do I use Blackmores Probiotics + IBS Support?
Blackmores Probiotics + IBS Support is conveniently packed in individual sachets that can be taken once or twice per day. Simply empty 4g (one sachet) into a glass and add water or another cold beverage, such as a smoothie. Mix until dissolved, then drink!
The sachets can be easily placed in your bag to have on the go – the Blackmores specialised formulation process and packaging technology means there’s no need to store the sachets in the fridge.
I’m convinced – where can I get my hands on this product?
Blackmores Probiotics + IBS Support is an Australian product – you can purchase it online and have it shipped to most countries. Within Australia, you can purchase in store at Chemist Warehouse and Priceline pharmacies.
In summary
Blackmores Probiotics + IBS Support is the FODMAP Friendly probiotic you’ve been looking for. It contains a ‘double whammy’ combination of both probiotic bacteria and prebiotic fibre that have been clinically shown to be effective in relieving the painful symptoms associated with medically diagnosed IBS.
Where can people find out more about Blackmores?
For more information, check out the Blackmores website, including the ‘Health Hub’ that contains useful blog posts on a range of health topics.
