Acidophollus

I take acidophollus, one tablet a day with a meal. Children and pregant/nursing women can not. On some bottles, it is suggested to take two. But I found out the hard way, that 2 gives me gas. So start off slow with one. I still only take one, but then again I take other supplements as well. Hope this helps. Annette
 
Thanks Annette. I take one tablet as well but I always thought children could have it as well. I have been splitting a tablet in half for over a year and giving it to my 10 and 8 yo. They sell it for children at some stores. Do you know why it is not recommeded. I hope I haven't been hurting them. Oh no!!! Mom mistake.
karen

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I read a recent report that said they were finding that giving it to infants actually aided in colic. I take Optiflora. I took it everyday for 30 days, along with the "food" for the live cultures. After 30 days I dropped to once a week, unless I go on antibiotics or something - then I repeat the 30 day regime. I did the same with my kids and they also now take it weekly.


Lorrie

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I used to take this when I was a kid. My mom (an extreme health nut :)) gave it to me to help fight cold sores. I still take it.

Sara
 
Thanks for the correction about acidophollus and children, it does make sense with the live cultures in it. Since I don't like yogurt or milk products besides milk, cheese and ice cream, I tend to supplement. Thanks again for the correction!! Sometimes I can find supplements on sale. Annette
 
Annette or anyone, do you happen to know what a good amount is for a 4 year old. Also, do you think it would be better not to split the tablet for my older children and give them one tablet each. I keep looking for sites with recommendations but can't find any. Thanks so much.
karen

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You might want to check labels in a health food store, and see what they recommend as a dosage for acidophilus. There are even some acidophilus suplements made just for children. I don't think there's any harm in giving too much, it would just go to waste. The bacteria is beneficial, and I haven't heard of any harm coming from it.
 
I forgot there is a book that I used and enjoyed: The Complete Idiots Guide to Vitamins and Minerals. Great general information! Annette
 
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