Small & Large Intestines: Intestinal Structure, Function, Diseases

It is therefore advisable, in the case of disturbed intestinal function, to give one’s own intestinal flora a leg up – this can be done with a healthier diet, more exercise and stress reduction in combination with intestinal rehabilitation using medically selected probiotics. Probiotics (also called microbiotics) usually contain living microorganisms that have health benefits for humans.

Probably the best known probiotic bacteria are the lactic acid bacteria, such as lactobacilli, bifidobacteria and enterococci. By taking a selected probiotic, you can displace unwanted pathogenic germs, as well as create a balanced environment for the original “good” bacteria through their metabolic products. This in turn protects the intestinal mucosa and prevents the immune system from being weakened. The goal is to restore the balance of the intestinal flora as quickly as possible.

Many complaints such as obesity, depressive moods and deficiency symptoms very often have their cause in the intestines. However, if you want to rebuild your intestinal flora with an intestinal cure, you should pay attention to the following criteria when choosing a suitable probiotic: