Symptoms of bloating, indigestion, and constipation seem to be the norm these days. Studies show that Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) effects upwards of 20% of the population according to HelpForIBS.com. Dr. Tom Bayne says, "To many people IBS is 'the normal bloating and gas'; something to learn to live with." Bayne explains that for years people with these types of symptoms were recommended fiber products, digestive aids, and probiotics. Many peoples' symptoms resolved or greatly improved with this approach. Still some people became constipated due to the harsh nature of fiber products, and other times symptoms of bloating and gas worsened.

Here are some common cures to help with IBS:

Probiotics - Probiotic products seem to have a difficult time crossing the stomach into the intestines; recent research has actually demonstrated that dead probiotic organisms benefit the intestines as much as live bacteria do.

Bacillus Subtillus - Bacillus subtillus is a probiotic soil organism that starts out in spore form so it passes into the large intestine unharmed by the strong acidic environment of the stomach. Once in the large intestine, it matures into a bacterium and eats yeast and pathogenic bacteria for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Chlorella - Another helpful agent in fighting digestive problems is the green superfood called chlorella. It has been found to be effective in patients with irritable bowel symptoms. Chlorella is high in protein so it is a good match with the bacillus. The chlorella restores the normal muscle contractions of the bowel and actually retrains the intestines to function as they are supposed to. Other fiber products force the intestines to do what they are not doing on their own, and they stop working the minute you stop taking them. Chlorella is soothing to the intestinal tract and the high chlorophyll content heals and regenerates an irritated intestinal tract.

Combined with the soil organism that rids the digestive tract of unfriendly organisms and you have a unique product that supports all aspects of digestive function. To date the feedback from patients has been remarkable. Many chronically ill patients are making huge strides in restoring their health.

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