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‘Good’ bacteria or microbiotics are essential for good health and vitality, no matter what your age. Poor diet, stressful situations, low quality food, travel tummy and antibiotics can all affect our levels of ‘good’ bacteria. ‘Bad’ or ‘unfavourable’ bacteria on the other hand, can cause intestinal imbalances that can lead to the risk of infection and illness.

All too often, over-indulgence in heavy, spicy, and fatty food leaves us feeling heavy and bloated. Poor digestion is what causes waste gases and sluggish bowels, which in turn lead to bloating - the stomach feels uncomfortable, full, and tight including a visibly rounded or bloated stomach. The unique natural bacteria contained in OptiBac - For a Flat Stomach is designed to aid digestion and help break down the foods and gases that cause bloating. OptiBac - For a Flat Stomach is now available from Whelehans Pharmacy in Mullingar.

A new daily food supplement, which has been shown to help tackle digestive problems such as IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), bloating and gas, has become available for the first time in Ireland.

Over-indulgence in heavy, spicy, and fatty food leaves us feeling heavy and bloated. Poor digestion is what causes waste gases and sluggish bowels, which in turn lead to bloating – the stomach feels uncomfortable, full, and tight including a visibly rounded or bloated stomach. The unique natural bacteria contained in OptiBac For a Flat Stomach can significantly relieve bloating. OptiBac For a Flat Stomach is now available from Whelehans Pharmacy.

Ultan Molloy, MPSI, HealthWest Community Pharmacy gives some advice on taking natural remedies.

Irish people are feeling the effects of the recession, working longer hours and juggling more family commitments than ever before. According to a recent attitudinal survey conducted by Danone, 58 per cent of those in Mayo who claim they are always stressed, recognise that their digestive health has an impact on their stress levels. Sixty per cent of those in Mayo who claimed that they were “stressed all or most of the time” spend less than 15 minutes eating their main meal even though 52 per cent are aware that rushing a meal has a very negative effect on the digestive system.

Does your child suffer from common colds and illnesses like diarrhoea? ‘OptiBac for your Child’s Health’ could be what is needed.

As spring officially begins this month, it is the perfect time to reassess your dietary habits following the cold winter months. To encourage a healthy lifestyle mindset, Danone Ireland has issued some simple tips on helping to maintain good digestive health for the coming year:

Power of probiotics

A Vogel's Molkosan is a natural whey based herbal remedy that promotes gentle cleansing of the intestinal tract to help improve overall gut health and so promote a happy healthy digestive system.