Streptococcus Thermophilus, Streptococcus Faecium Information

Streptococcus thermophilus and lactobacillus are efficient in preventing lactose intolerance. Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus cultured in a test-tube appear to stimulate disease-fighting cells. The bacteria also appear to reduce the amount of nitrite (cancer causing chemical) in the body. Studies have shown a relationship between those who consume good bacteria (Streptococcus thermophilus), in supplemental form or otherwise, and a decrease in the likelyhood of suffering from breast cancer and infectious diarrhea. When tested in animals it showed stunted growth of tumors.

Good bacteria, which include Streptococcus thermophilus, can be obtained by consuming yogurt however it is difficult to determine the amount of live bacteria from one batch to another. People who take antibiotics end up killing bacteria causing the illness as well as good bacteria. As preventative measure people should explore the benefits of probiotics to help enhance their immune response.

Streptococcus faecium, similar to Lactobacillus casei, is drawn to fiber. This form of bacteria is primarily known to feed on plant lignin. Streptococcus faecium has been used to produce dairy for centuries. Lactic bacteria, Streptococcus faecium in particular, is found in the mucosa lining where it prevents attachment of other harmful micro bacteria.

Despite diet strategies that seek to replenish friendly bacterial cultures to the lower tract, the aging process and antibiotics often depletes our reserves or inhibit their growth more quickly than we can restore them.