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ab-life
AB-Life® collectively refers to three specific strains of Lactobacillus plantarum; including CECT 7527, CECT 7528, and CECT 7529. These three specific strains of probiotic bacteria have been extensive [..]
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acidophilus
Acidophilus is one of the more well-known species of probiotic. As it belongs to the Lactobacillus genus, acidophilus is generally situated in the small intestine within the gut. Acidophilus is know [..]
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acne
Acne is a skin condition characterised by spots. Acne and spots are caused by inflammation of the sebaceous glands, often due to infection from pathogenic bacteria. Acne is therefore often linked to d [..]
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actinobacteria
Actinobacteria belong to a group of Gram-positive bacteria, many of which are found in the soil, and play an important role in decomposition. All species of Actinobacteria are aerobic which means they [..]
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alpha linolenic acid
Alpha-linolenic acid, or ALA, is one of the fats that makes up Omega 3 polyunsaturated essential fatty acid and is found in plant oils such as flaxseeds, pumpkin seed and walnut oils. ALA is converted [..]
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antibiotic - associated diarrhoea
Antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, or ADD, refers to diarrhoea that occurs as a result of an antibiotic course. Because antibiotics do not distinguish between good and bad bacteria, in many cases they k [..]
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antibiotics
Antibiotics are substances that kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria and similar microorganisms. Antibiotics are often prescribed by doctors to treat bacterial infections. As they work against all b [..]
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antioxidants
Antioxidants are nutrients that decrease or slow oxidation, thereby protecting cells from free radicals which can cause degeneration to the body's cells. Antioxidants are therefore thought to pro [..]
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arthritis
This is a common disorder that is characterised by joint inflammation and stiffness. A number of factors can contribute to this condition including infection, trauma and age. Examples of arthritis in [..]
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autism
A neural development disorder which affects the way in which a person relates to, communicates with, and views other people and the world around them. Autism is a spectrum disorder, meaning that the [..]
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