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Terry Soothe Your Gut
Talks stomach disorder—whether it’s indigestion,
ulcers, bloating, IBS, or heartburn—takes
a toll on how we get through the day, and
In fact, DGL’s antimicrobial action makes
it one of the primary natural inhibitors of
Helicobacter pylori, a bacterium behind
Nutrition affects our whole body health and perspec-
tive in countless ways. Unfortunately,
the cause of many ulcers and stomach
irritation. H. pylori eats away at the protec-
digestive disorders are very common. In tive mucosal lining of the stomach, which
fact, it’s estimated that 1 in 5 Americans normally would protect it against digestive
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have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and acids. Plus, DGL also protects against the
that’s just one example. damaging effects caused by aspirin and
Key Words NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory
Part of the problem with any digestive issue drugs) like ibuprofen.
DGL, deglycyrrhizinated licorice, probiotics,
is that over-the-counter attempts at healing
beneficial bacteria, IBS, indigestion, dyspepsia,
only make it worse. If you’ve been struggling But because the taste of DGL is so strong,
ulcers, bloating, fullness, heartburn,
acidophilus, bifidum, bifidobacterium, stomach with any stomach or intestinal disorder, it’s and because we’ve always believed it had
ache, probiotics, fructo-oligosacharides, FOS time to start healing. to be in a chewable form to be effective,
the healing potential of DGL was limited
Do you like your stomach? Sometimes we Step One In Soothing Your Digestive System to those who actually could deal with the
think our stomach is “fat” and all the ads – An Unexpected Form of DGL flavor or would stick with a regimen of
tell us we should have a “flat stomach.” chewing multiple tablets before meals.
But what they are really referring to is One of the first things you need to do when But there’s some good news about DGL
visceral fat, not the essential organ of you have any issues of the ‘gut’ – that is, for anybody who suffers from ulcers,
digestion. Do you think about your intes- the stomach or intestines – is to begin dyspepsia, IBS or any other gastric trouble:
tines, and how to keep them strong and soothing your digestive system. This is you don’t have to chew it anymore.
healthy? If you are like most people, you critical, because people with these
only think about this region of your body concerns often feel that their stomach A clinically-tested, effective DGL is now
when something goes wrong. But did you and intestines seem “wrung out” because available in a capsule form. Because
know that every part of your existence, of the ups and downs of their digestion. this studied form of DGL wasn’t chewed,
from your daydreams, to your skin texture, much smaller levels could be used, rather
to your heart beat, to your toenails, is Chances are, you’ve probably heard about than the normal 1500 – 3000 mg. In fact,
linked to your body’s ability to convert food DGL. This extract of licorice, (Glycyrrhiza in a randomized, double-blind, placebo
into fuel, and your stomach and intestines glabra), is a strong antioxidant, works as controlled test, individuals with dyspepsia
play co-starring roles in that process? an antimicrobial agent, and helps reduce (upset stomach or indigestion) received
inflammation. The reason these licorice 75mg or 150 mg of an encapsulated DGL
If your stomach and intestines—some- extracts are known as “DGL” is because twice daily. This seems like a miniscule
times called the gut—are not working they have removed the glycyrrhizinic acid, amount, but at 15 days and again at 30
right, nothing in your body is going to because it can raise blood pressure. So this days, participants in both DGL groups
work right. Problems with digestive “deglycyrrhizinated licorice”, is commonly
function can manifest themselves in very known as “DGL”. You almost always see it
unpleasant ways, including fatigue, sold as a chewable tablet. But new research
anemia, ulcers, gastritis, bloating, nausea, shows that there is a special form that
inflammatory bowel conditions, and even doesn’t have to be chewed.
allergies and autoimmune diseases. In this
Terry Talks Nutrition, I’m going to discuss This is important, because many people
powerful nutrient interventions to soothe have been put off by the licorice taste of
and strengthen your stomach and DGL in the past. Many manufacturers try to STORE HOURS
intestines. mask the taste with other flavors, but have M - F: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
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Terry Soothe Your Gut
Talks Of course, many people don’t get the
probiotics they need from diet alone.
digestive system. You won’t believe how
much better these issues can be with just
Nutrition Unfortunately, one of the main dietary
sources for beneficial bacteria is sugary,
flavored yogurt that may only deliver a very
a few natural interventions!
Terry recommends a probiotic formula with
small probiotic reward—and it might not these ingredients.
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even be the right type of probiotics you
need. That’s why I recommend getting Proprietary Probiotic Blend 12 Billion
showed significantly decreased symp-
your probiotics in supplemental form. Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium
toms, including reduced heartburn, early
It’s a much better bet for getting actual, longum, Bifidobacterium bifidum,
satiety (that uncomfortable feeling of being
beneficial results. Bifidobacterium lactis with 50 mg
“overfull” even at the beginning of a meal),
regurgitation, nausea, and bloating. To Fructooligosaccharides (FOS)
In the digestive system, probiotics stop
put it simply, this capsule form worked
the growth of pathogenic bacteria, release Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL) 300 mg
extremely well.
short-chain fatty acids that balance pH and (Glycyrrhiza glabra) Root Extract
limit the production of probiotic harming standardized to contain 3.5% glabridin,
What I would recommend here is a DGL
proteins, and as they ferment fiber ingredi- >10% total flavonoids
extract standardized to contain 3.5%
ents, they create butyric acid, which helps
glabridin, with greater than 10% total fla-
strengthens gastric mucosa. Sign-up on-line for a FREE weekly health
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capsule form, you should do fine with the
The species of probiotics used to treat
300 mg suggested daily serving – just like
various digestive disorders, including IBS,
the clinical research.
are varied. The best success comes from
combinations of species and strains. So,
Balancing Your Good Bacteria – Probiotics
getting a variety of well-tested probiotics,
Make a Difference
like Lactobacillus acidophilus, a fairly com-
mon probiotic with decades of research
Because probiotics (the good bacteria
supporting its digestive benefits, and
found in yogurt) have become so popular-
Bifidobacterium longum, bifidum, and lactis,
ized, most people know that they should
is a good bet to include with any regimen.
consume them, even if the reasons why
Refresh your probiotic intake often and
aren’t always clear.
combine it with fructooligosaccharides
(FOS) that act as a “food” for the beneficial
Probiotics (also called beneficial bacteria)
bacteria to help them grow and colonize
typically colonize in the intestines and
faster, and perform more vigorously.
can help the body absorb nutrients, keep
the immune system running smoothly,
Natural, Soothing Relief is the Best Choice
normalize the rate of digestion (especially
important for anyone who suffers from
When it comes to supporting healthy
diarrhea or constipation), detoxify food
digestion, there is always a temptation to
materials in transit, and keep the numbers
use over-the-counter products that promise
of harmful bacteria in check. In fact, one
fast relief, but don’t really provide benefits
of the causes of IBS is Small Intestinal
over the long haul.
Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) is simply high
levels of harmful bacteria in the intestines.
Whether you are dealing with an ulcer,
Adding high levels of beneficial bacteria,
navigating the challenges of IBS, or simply
or probiotics, to the diet has been shown
have problems with indigestion, this new
to reduce the pain, bloating and gas When in doubt, always consult your physician
form of DGL combined with clinically
associated with the condition. or health care practitioner. This column is to
studied probiotics and prebiotics can make provide you with information to maintain
a soothing, healing difference for your your health.