What is Intestinal Flora?

 

 

We carry in our digestive tract a large amount of beneficial bacteria that aids our ability to trap and eliminate bad bacteria.  The body’s use of this "friendly" bacteria, or intestinal flora, is important for the absorption of nutrients and the control of parasites and poisons that often enter with our food.  An optimal amount of this flora is essential for us to ward off infections and properly eliminate food waste from our system.

 

Unfortunately, modern living takes a toll on this flora, and large amounts of it can be damaged by the use of antibiotics and other medicines.  Pesticides and other toxins can destroy this flora as well.

 

As this flora is damaged, several problems may arise. 

 

v     We very likely would not get the proper amount of vitamins and minerals from our food, as our digestive system isn’t working to it’s best capacity.

v     We would have an intestinal situation that is favourable for parasitic growth and yeast overgrowth, a condition known as candidiasis or Candida. 

v     In addition, the boundaries between our digestive system and the rest of our body would be compromised, allowing allergic substances to enter our bloodstream.  This may trigger allergic reactions by the immune system, which is when most of us start feeling poorly.

 

It is known that low levels of flora are common in sufferers of allergies and it might be wise to occasionally restore intestinal flora with a daily program of probiotics.  Good probiotic formulas will contain lactobacillus acidophilus and bifidobacteria, which are the key strains of friendly bacteria inhabiting our intestines under healthy conditions.

 

Herbs or Aromatherapy Oils which are particularly effective in helping the digestive system are Peppermint and Cinnamon. 

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