The idea behind fecal transplants
Like it or not, your gut is teeming with life. In fact 60% of dried fecal material is made up of microorganisms. When you take antibiotics you end up killing much of that normal microbial life that keeps you healthy by keeping away bad microbes, making food easier to digest, and providing nutrients that your body cannot produce like vitamin K.
The idea behind fecal transplants is one of bacterial interference. Bacteria normally compete against one another and have evolved different mechanisms to give themselves an edge. Luckily, C diff is not one of those competitive bacteria. They rarely win a bacterial “war” and they usually only infect a person after he or she has undergone antibiotic treatment that has wiped out their normal gut microbes.
Fecal transplants are known to work for gastrointestinal abnormalities like C Diff. In fact, most recipients of fecal transplants recover from C Diff after just one treatment1 2 3. A fecal transplant involves transplanting the fecal material from a healthy donor to a recipient. Donor fecal material is tested for pathogens, made into a watery solution, and then put into a recipients colon via a colonoscopy.
What are probiotics?
Probiotics are known good bacteria. In essence, a fecal microbiota transplant is like putting an ultra high dose of probiotics into the gut. Most probiotics that you can take by mouth only have one or two kinds of probiotics even though the GI tract is normally populated by multiple types of probiotics.
At DrFormulas’ we’ve formulated Nexabiotic which has 23 different kinds of probiotic strains to promote normal gastrointestinal health including:
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Lactobacillus acidophilus:Lactobacillus acidophilus is one of the more commonly used probiotic strains because of its efficacy. Its name means “acid-loving milk-bacterium.” It feeds on milk-sugars and turns them into lactic-acid which is easily used by the body. L. acidophilus is a natural part of gastrointestinal and vaginal flora and helps to control the growth of Candida albicans which causes yeast infections if left unopposed. |
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Lactobacillus brevis:Lactobacillus brevis is another species of lactic acid bacteria and can be found in fermented foods like sauerkraut and pickles. Ingestion of it has been found to boost immune function. Source 1 |
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Lactobacillus bulgaricus:More specifically known as Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus, L. bulgaricus is used in to production of yogurt. It helps convert lactose to lactic acid which is helpful for those with lactose intolerance. |
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Lactobacillus casei:L. casei is another lactic acid producer. Lactic acid bacteria can be found in fermented foods. The lactic acid produced by these bacteria actually help prevent spoiling. Lactic acid bacteria also produce bacteriocins which help prevent the growth of pathogenic microorganisms. |
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Lactobacillus helveticus:L. helveticus is yet another lactic acid producer that is used in dairy production. |
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Lactobacillus plantarum:L. plantarum is also found in many fermented food products. It is an oxygen tolerant organism that actually uses oxygen to produce hydrogen peroxide which is then used to kill competing organisms. |
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Lactobacillus rhamnosus A:L. rhamnosus is a hearty bacteria and is able to tolerate acidic stomach acid and has great affinity for the intestinal walls. It has been shown to protect the urogenital tract by excreting biosurfactants that inhibit the adhesion of pathogens. Like other lactobacilli, Lactobacillus rhamnosus A also releases acids, bacteriocins, and hydrogen peroxide which inhibit the growth of pathogens. |
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Lactobacillus salivarius:Like many lactobacilli, L. salivarius is able to inhibit pathogens while tolerating host antimicrobial defenses. |
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Bacillus coagulans:B. cogulans is a lactic acid-forming bacteria and is used in humans for improving the vaginal flora Source 1, Source 2, Source 3, improving abdominal pain and bloating in Irritable Bowel Syndrome patients Source 4 and increasing immune response to viral challenges. Source 5 |
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Bifidobacterium bifidum:Bifidobacteria may exert a range of beneficial health effects, including the regulation of intestinal microbial homeostasis, the inhibition of pathogens and harmful bacteria that colonize and/or infect the gut mucosa, the modulation of local and systemic immune responses, the repression of procarcinogenic enzymatic activities within the microbiota, the production of vitamins, and the bioconversion of a number of dietary compounds into bioactive molecules. |
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Bifidobacterium breve:In young babies who are breast-fed, B. breve makes up most of the gastrointestinal microflora. B. breve ferments sugars into pathogen-fighting acids. Children who are exposed to B. breve have lower chances of developing allergies later in life. People with lower B. breve counts are more prone to developing gastrointestinal problems. Source 1, Source 2 |
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Bifidobacterium lactis:Bifidobacterium lactis, or more specifically Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis, helps to reduce inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract. Source 1, Source 2. |
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Bifidobacterium longum:B. longum helps reduce inflammation and IBS. Source 1, Source 2 |
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Saccharomyces boulardii:This strain of probiotic yeast is helpful for gastrointestinal problems and was used by the natives of Southeast Asia to control symptoms of cholera. The indigenous people there chewed on the peels of the lychee fruit that contained S. boulardii to ward off symptoms of cholera. S. boulardii has been shown to improve symptoms of IBS and diarrhea. Source 1, Source 2 |
Here’s what our customers have to say about it:
Here’s what customers are saying about Nexabiotic® and C diff:
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I have been using Nexabiotics for years. It is a wonderful product - unmatched quality - and the company does a great job of producing it, shipping promptly, and dealing with questions.
Last year was a hard year for me & my digestive system. I take probiotics and even doubled up on them. But my system was getting worse with the diarrhea, nausea, headaches, etc. I had been to doctors but it was always a virus. I started loosing weight, not wanting to eat, stomach cramps & more diarrhea. I was looking online & came upon this site. After I read what others were saying about Nexabiotic Adv, I tried it. Within 3 weeks I started to feel human again. The diarrhea was getting less & I was not doubled over as I had been with each movement. I started with (1) cap every meal. After two months, I went to (2) a day. I have stayed on that regimen. Then I failed to order.I picked up a good brand in the store until I could order. I will not do w/out because it has made such a difference in my daily life. I hope this product does not change in any way. Once a good thing, keep it that way. So many companies are "improving" on products only to have them not work as good as they did before. Please keep the same ingredients--do not substitute, downgrade--anything in this product!
I suffered from stomach problems for over thirty years. Until I found this product. Finally a probiotics that has completely reversed my symptoms. I took meds for over 15 yrs. since taking this product for the last two years and stopping all the prescription meds, I feel like a new woman. My nails are growing strong again, skin is glowing and my stomach is perfect. I ran out of this once for over a week, and my symptoms returned. Whether it be the additives in our foods and beverages that alters our stomachs, this product is.a must for anyone suffering any and all stomach issues. Try it for six months and you be the judge!*
hello I have been fighting c-diff for over a year and I just ordered this I was hospitalized twice and still could not get rid of it I lost 45 pound and I am asking anyone does this really work it would mean a lot to me to there is something out therei am only 48 years old had c-diff twice in 2004 2005 thank you
MY MOTHER WAS HOSPITALIZED FOR SEPSIS IN AUGUST OF 2014. SHE CONTRACTED EITHER COLITIS OR C-DIFF. WHICHEVER THE CASE SHE HAD HORRIBLE WATERY,BLOODY DIARRIA FOR A WEEK OR SO. IT CONTINUED AS A VERY LOOSE STOOLUNTIL I WAS TOLD BY A C.N.A. ABOUT NEXABIOTIC,WITHIN ABOUT A MONTH ALL OF HER DIARRIA HAD STOPPED! SHE CONTINUES TO USE IT DAILY.ITS BEEN 4 MONTHS NOW WITH OUT ANY RECURRENT ISSUES. WOULD RECOMEND THIS PRODUCT TO ANYONE WITH C-DIFF OR COLITIS! REALLY GOOD EXPERIENCE WITH THE COMPANY AS WELL!
I absolutely love NEXABIOTIC. I had a constant diarrhea for months. Went to GI doctors. None could find the cause of it as all results were negative. They just say: IBS -to put a name for something they have no idea what is the real cause of it. "Just take imodium" I used to take 4 Imodiums a day just to be able to function. I knew it was not IBS, and thank God, I came across your website and EUREKA!!! Found the solution. Huge THANK YOU for such a great product. I took two capsules for a month, then gradually decreased to one. Now one capsule until death do us part. Thank you again! I really can't thank you enough. I give you a thousand stars, the moon.
This product would be better if you would add Stevia and not maltodextrin.
By far definitely the best probiotic ever! Was diagnosed with C-Diff in Oct. last year and read much about taking probiotics. I did lots of research on this and decided to order Nexabiotics. I started to feel great after a week and ordered 6 months of it! I have never felt better with lots of energy, and thank heavens, no more c-diff recurrences. I take 2 every morning, and will continue to for life! Great product!
My daughter referred me to your web site. I have been taking your probiotic and enzyme for 3 months. I ran out about 30 days ago and thought that I would wait until after the holiday because of funds being limited. My finger nails became brittle, dry (won't grow without splitting). The only thing that I can figure out is that I am not taking the supplements. If so,it seems as if my body really needs them.
Notice!!!
Benebotics originallt had 30 strains. Now Nexabotics has 19 strains.
Notice which strain they removed. That would be Lactobacillus brevis. Hum...I wonder why.
Well, you can checkout this link to see what this strain (basically)is for.
http://health.yahoo.net/experts/dayinhealth/seven-newest-superfoods
Hum...makes me wonder, should I look fro a different probiotic.
I am just saying...you be the judge...right.
Well, i called the company, they are to get back at me shortly (today =11-18-13). We'll keep you posted. In the mean time in between time, go ask you own question(s) as this would be the common sense approach about it...right.
Until I get an answer from the company, I gave tthis a 2 star rating...Go Figure!
I'm recovering from C.Diff I got in August and found your web site when searching for help rebuilding my digestive system. I thought, what the heck, I'll try anything trying to feel better. Within 1 week I had my energy and regularity back! Nexabiotics are the best probiotic you can take when recovering from C.Diff that's for sure. I'll take them for the rest of my life there that good!
This is by far the best probiotic supplement I have ever tried. Although I don't yet have the kind of bowel movements I want to have, this product has stopped diarrhea and smelly bowel movements that were due to problems with overgrowth of intestinal yeast.
My Husband one yr ago, almost died from complications of bladder infections going to his kidneys and blood stream. He is 82 yrs old and Doctor put him in a nursing home. I could see he was deterioratig with C Diff, and told the doctor I would take him home and care for him. I found benebiotios on internet, and ordered last fall, and have seen remarkable inmprovement with his colon and no more C Diff. I will not be without this preparation. He is eating regular healthy foods and colon is
acting normal. Barb*
I was taking benebiotics previously and my new order of Nexabiotics is a real improvement. I had a complete colectomy two years ago and only have a small intestine; so probiotics are a nessessity for me. My overall health has improved tremendously.
One year, five bottles, nothing else has worked except
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I did my homeworrk before I bought a thing. I read about the benefits of probiotics. I checked out different products on the market by reading their website...then the reviews!!!
I am grateful that I did the footwrok...and purchased the Benebiotics!
I know that my body is also grateful.
I do not have that bulked-up puffy feeling in my lower ab area.
I am regular and feeling excellent!!!
I am 50-plus years young. I work out regularly. I eat very healthy. Yet, I was still feeling sluggish & bloated. I no longer feel that way!
I take one (1) capsule at bedtime...it's a good routine for me.
I am 5'5" 113# and one capsule is enough for me.
I am here on-line to order my 3rd & 4th bottles.
Thank you Benebiotics!!!
I have used this product for over a year and have noticed a definite difference for the better. My immune system is stronger and I feel much better. I will not stop taking this since it works. Thank you for your product.
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I have had alot of trouble with uncontrolable gas and irreguliarity. After two weeks of one pill aday I have very little problem. I would not be without it again. I now donot have to worry.
I've had persistent diarhea since high school. I was diagnosed at age 18 by a gastroenterologist with IBS and off course was told there was no cure. I tried many of the remedies including other probiotics and nothing offered consistent relief. I tried this product and it has made a drastic improvement. Now I am regular 90% of the time where before it was the other way around. I highly recommend Benebiotics!!!*
I'm so happy I ran across Benebiotics! I too also suffered with that beast cdiff after taking really strong antibiotics was looking for a good probiotic . Well look no more! I'm regular for the first time in my life and the energy is unbelievable. I'm cdiff free. Thank you guys so much for this amazing product.
I had been on antibiotics for 15 days,I had a lung infection and wasn't improving,with zpac and other meds,the antibiotics caused a colon infection(CDiff)and I was seriously wasting away.With another type of antibiotics to stop and taking benebiotics I have recovered and feeling 80% better.I ran out of benebiotics last week and I saw such a difference,it truly has helped me to be regular,something I have had problems for years,I will remain taking it for the rest of my life.
I was sceptical on product but I noticed a difference after first month taking only 1 pill a day. It has super bumped up my immune system and I have not gotten sick once.
I am a Celiac and have encountered digestive problems my entire life hich is 63 years. This is the very best solution I have found. I walk 6 miles a day and feel terrific now. I am thankful to all who have developed this fantastic product.
My husband had chronic diarrhea all of a sudden last October for 4
months. The DR prescribed an antibiotic which didn't help much.
We researched his condition and tried several Probiotics: liquids,
and even Align (GI rec.) which helped sometimes off and on; until I
found Benebiotics in a comparison site. I ordered it and within a week
his symptoms improved and he is now taking just 1 tablet instead of
2. It is the perfect combination.
Thank You.
I can't thank you enough for producing your Benebiotics product. It worked like magic on my stubborn GI problem.
I contracted the very nasty bug Clostridium difficile after taking an antibiotic prescribed for dental surgery on June 14, 2011. I had little improvement over the last 8 months, even after seeing 4 general physicians, 2 GI specialist, several lab tests, following very restrictive diets, and trying 3-4 different recommended probiotics. A couple of doctors even said my GI system may not fully recover. My probiotic was running out so as I looked for a different probiotic on the web, I discovered Benebiotics at http://probioticsreviewed.com/compare-probiotics/. I ordered it about 10 days ago on a Friday afternoon and was surprised when it arrived the next day. I started it immediately and after only about 4 days I could tell my system was back to normal. Because it is so reasonably priced ($18/60 capsules on special) and is money-back guaranteed, I ordered 2 bottles. Today I told my GI doctor the good news and he said he would look into it.*
I recently recovered from C.Diff (Clostridium difficile). I was very ill. For those who don't know, C.Diff is a harmful bacteria that can overtake your intestines if you are overprescribed antibiotics. I took Benebiotics along with my doctors treatment and saw amazing results! I showed my doc the Benebiotics bottle because he was going to prescribe me a probiotic and he chose not to and told me to take this instead! I still take it and the gasto specialist told me to continue it for at least 6 months to keep the c.diff from returning. I will probably keep taking it for years to come! I have been regular for the first time since I can remember and feel healthier in general. So glad I foudn this stuff!!
Thank you very much for Benebiotics!! I am just finishing up my second bottle and the change in my life is dramatic. I have suffered from cronic constipation for the last 13 years since having my daughter. I have been to specialists, my family doctor, my gynecologist, allergy doctors, and I have tried every single fiber suggestion known to mankind from yogurt to sprinkling it on my food. I heard of a product out called Align and while researching it on line I came accross a study comparing your product to Align and several other brands of similar product. I decided to try Benebiotics. I saw results within the first couple of days of taking the product and almost 2 months in can say the results continue. The constipation and results of cronic constipation like hemroids are also improving. I just placed my order for 4 more bottles at the discounted price. Thank you!! You are highly recommended to my family and friends.
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