A recent clinical trial published in the Journal of Clinical Gastroentology found that a combination of probiotic strains (Metagenics’ Ultra Flora Plus DF supplement) may improve symptoms associated with functional bowel discomfort.

In the clinical trial, Lactobacillus acidophilus (NCFM strain) and Bifidobacterium lactis (Bi-07) improved symptoms of abdominal bloating in patients with functional bowel issues, the most common gastrointestinal (GI) complaint.

One in four Americans suffer from GI issues, including occasional constipation, bloating and cramping. GI issues such as these are those in which the bowel looks normal, but the nerves or muscles of the digestive tract do not function properly. For further information: www.metagenics.com