Today’s review is IBS Relief Supplement. This product is a supplement that contains Peppermint Oil, which helps with Irritable Bowel Syndrome symptoms such as gas, bloating, stomach upset and diarrhea. The peppermint is there to assist with the relaxation of the muscles that permit painful digestive gas to pass.  The product consists of a 181mg Enteric Coated Peppermint Oil in each capsule.

Ingredients

• Peppermint Oil – a remedy for indigestion, headaches, respiratory problems and bowel spasms.
• Ginger Oil – reduces inflammation and nausea.
• Fennel Oil –  great source to resolve any gut or digestive issues.

The other ingredients found in the product are Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, Enteric Coating, Carob and Soybean Oil.

Dosage

The manufacturer has recommended that the dosage may vary from 1 to 3 capsules per day at different intervals and it should be consumed before meals. The manufacturer has not specified as to the exact time of day that the doses should occur.

Possible Side Effects

You should always consult with your health professional before consuming the product. If you are suffering from a liver or kidney condition or any other medical condition, you should definitely speak to your doctor prior to use of this product. This product is intended for adults and should not be consumed by people who are allergic to peppermint, ginger or fennel. Certain consumers of the product may burp the peppermint after the consumption of the peppermint oil.

Price

The product consists of 90 capsules of Enteric Coated Peppermint Oil that may be purchased from Amazon for $25.07. This price does not include shipping costs. You will qualify for a $1.25 discount if you subscribe.

Guarantee

The manufacturer has offered a money-back guarantee, however,  it has not stipulated the refund policy and whether questions will be asked if a customer requests a refund. Also remember, if you qualify for the refund, you will be reimbursed your money minus the shipping costs necessary to return the product to the manufacturer.

IBS Relief Supplement Review – Conclusion

Doctor MK’s product was made to help with Irritable Bowel Syndrome symptoms such as gas, bloating, stomach upset and diarrhea. The peppermint found in the product assists with relaxing the muscles that permit painful digestive gas to pass. The manufacturer has not made clear instructions about the time of day that the capsules should be consumed. The product has several side-effects, and some consumers reported that they burped peppermint after consuming the product. Consumers who have kidney, liver or other medical conditions should not take the product. The manufacturer has offered a money-back guarantee but has not mentioned the refund policy. Moreover, the company has not stated if it will ask questions when a refund is requested and what circumstances qualify for a refund. If you do qualify, you will be refunded your purchase amount excluding the costs to ship it back to the supplier, therefore, you will still incur a cost. We found customer testimonials that stated the product did not achieve any results for its consumers. Some customers reported incessant burping after consumption.

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Islands Miracle Ultra 30 Probiotics is a dietary supplement which contains a large variety of bacteria which are native to the human intestine and contribute to its functioning by digesting complex macromolecules. This review examines the potential effectiveness of the supplement in terms of being able to reduce the onset of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) symptoms.

Ingredients

Lactobacillus

• rhamnosus
• fermentum
• gasseri
• reuteri
• casei
• paracasei
• bulgaricus
• plantarum
• salivarius
• helveticus

Bifidobacterium

• bifidum
• longum
• infantis
• coagulans
• lactis
• breve
• Streptococcus thermophilus
• Fructooligosaccharides

There are many species of bacteria in this product but they mainly fall into one of three classes. Lactobacilli are very competent at metabolizing lactose, Bifidobacteria are good at breaking down complex sugars and Streptococcus thermophilus is also a lactose metabolizer. The fructooligosaccharides provide the nutrients for these bacteria to flourish and establish themselves so that they can shift the gut biome toward a more beneficial state.

When the biome in the intestine is optimized for the beneficial bacteria the macromolecules in food are better metabolized which puts less strain on the intestine and so reduces the chance of the symptoms of IBS occurring.

Dosage

Two capsules must be taken daily with a full glass of water. If adverse effects are experienced, the customer should try one capsule a day until they are used to the probiotic. Each capsule contains 15 billion colony forming units in total.

Possible Side Effects

Individuals who are on immunosuppressive therapy or have a weak immune system should use this product with caution and it is recommended that they consult a physician before its use. Others who should consult include pregnant women, breastfeeding women and anyone experiencing a chronic medical condition. If serious adverse effects occurred discontinue use of the product immediately.

Price

One bottle of Islands Miracle Ultra 30 Probiotics, which contains 60 capsules, can be purchased online for $28.95 excluding shipping and taxes.

Guarantee

The product is backed by satisfaction guarantee which is valid for a month after the day of purchase.

The customer reviews are mostly positive for this product but there are some complaints that there are too many bacteria in it and that causes some users to feel sick even if they take the decreased dosage. Some people complained that the product did not work for them.

Our Islands Miracle Ultra 30 Probiotics Review – Conclusion

There are very, very many bacteria present in this supplement. Although this allows for a multi-pronged approach, there may be unforeseen circumstances due to the interactions between the bacteria.

Although this product seems to have the right measures in place such as a guarantee and proper warnings for side effects there still seems to be some danger associated with its use. The first danger is that because the guarantee time is so short, a customer cannot test the product sufficiently and the second danger is an adverse reaction due to the large variety of species present in this supplement.

We would recommend looking for a supplement which has less bacteria but more non-microbe ingredients such as digestive enzymes, especially if those products are known to be safer.

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Welcome to today’s review of Digestive Advantage Intensive Bowel Support. It was designed to combat gas, bloating, abdominal discomfort and diarrhea. The manufacturer has stated that each capsule contains 1 billion viable cells of BC30 Probiotic. The product does not have any artificial flavors.

Ingredients

• BC30 Bacillus coagulans – decreases insulin and improves blood lipid profile.
• Protease – an enzyme that breaks down proteins and peptides.
• Amylase – enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of starch into sugars.
• Lipase – the main enzyme that breaks down dietary fats in the human digestive system.

The other ingredients found in the product are Maltodextrin, Hypromellose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Water, Dextrin, Titanium Dioxide, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate and Caramel Color.

Dosage

Before you take this product, you should visit your health expert for advice about directions of use. Unless otherwise stated by your health expert, the recommended dosage is to take 1 capsule with the biggest meal each day. The manufacturer has mentioned that better results may be yielded if 1 capsule is taken with two or more meals daily. Any children consuming the product should take only one capsule that is mixed with food or water. It may take up to 2 weeks for results to show.

Possible Side Effects

Women who are pregnant and people who are lactating or using prescribed medication should consult with their doctor before using this product. Some customers reported that their platelet count dropped after they consumed the product.

Price

A container of 96 capsules can be bought from the manufacturer’s site for $17.11. This price is exclusive of shipping costs and there is no discount available for the product.

Guarantee

We have searched the official site and Amazon, yet we could not find any guarantee offered by the manufacturer. In most cases, when the manufacturer has not offered a money-back guarantee, it reveals that the manufacturer does not have confidence in the product to deliver results to its consumers. If the product was able to achieve its objectives, a guarantee would be naturally included.

Our Digestive Advantage Intensive Bowel Support Review – Conclusion

Schiff has created a product that was designed to combat gas, bloating, abdominal discomfort and diarrhea. The manufacturer has stated that each capsule contains 1 billion viable cells of BC30 Probiotic. The manufacturer has not provided single instructions for the use of the product, instead, it has mentioned that if 1 capsule does not yield any results then you should take 2 or 3 capsules a day. To see any potential results from this product it may take more than 2 weeks, during which time you should consume the product daily. Certain customers reported that after consuming the product they experienced a drop in their platelet count. The manufacturer has not offered any guarantee with the product. This is a big sign that the manufacturer does not possess enough certainty that the product will provide its consumers with any results. Since this product does not contain any guarantee, consumers will be taking a risk on the purchase of the product as it may not give them any results.

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This is our review for a product called Culturelle Digestive Health Probiotics. Culturelle Digestive Health Probiotics is a daily supplement that aims to provide support to your digestive health. The manufacturer claims that this supplement helps reduce irregular diarrhea and stomach bloating caused by Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). It also helps promote nutrient absorption and healthy digestive function. There are about 10 billion live cultures contained in this product that work to help your digestive system work better and stay in balance.

Ingredients

• Lactobacillus GG
• Inulin (Chicory Root Extract)

Lactobacillus GG (a type of bacteria) helps the digestive system by sticking to the mucous tissue of your intestine wall to promote balance of microflora. It is also able to inhibit harmful bacteria from generating poisonous compounds and it strengthens your immune system. Once your immune system is strong, it is able to adjust and combat off invading pathogens when infection develops. Inulin on the other hand acts as an insoluble fiber. It reduces constipation and improves bowel function.

Other ingredients: Maltodextrin,  vegetable magnesium stearate, sodium ascorbate , silicon dioxide, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and titanium dioxide (color).

Dosage

The recommended dose is one capsule per day, taken daily. You may also take two capsules per day, one in the morning and one in the evening if you  experience an upset stomach often. You can follow this routine until the discomfort subsides.

If you plan to travel, you may take one capsule in the morning and one capsule in the evening starting three days before your trip, to achieve best results.

There is no clarity as to how long the travel should be for you to increase the consumption of the supplements. Most people travel to work everyday or school everyday, some between regions and some between countries. It might be difficult for an individual to decide.

Possible Side Effects

You may experience increase in stomach gas, excessive fever, insistent cough, rash, itching, trouble in breathing, and swelling of tongue due to allergy reaction. These cases are rare, however you need to consult with your doctor immediately if you experience any of them. This is not the complete list of possible side effects.

Culturelle Probiotics Digestive Health is only intended for people that are 12 years of age and older.

Price

Third-party online retailers sell a box of 30 capsules for a price ranging between $12.99 and $23.99. Some of these retailers offer discounts when buying more than one box, and free shipping when buying  more than a certain amount, which also varies per retailer. Since there is a huge difference in prices, you would need to shop around to find the cheapest deal.

Guarantee

The manufacturer does not offer any kind of guarantee on Digestive Health Probiotics. However, some retailers have return policies, which you can find on their websites. The lack of guarantee from the manufacturer raises doubts on the effectiveness of this supplement.

Our Culturelle Digestive Health Probiotics Review – Conclusion

Culturelle Probiotics contain the right ingredients for IBS. Lactobacillus GG and Inulin are known to be effective in preventing digestive issues and maintaining good digestive health. We read a number of customer reviews and found that many customers were not happy with the results after using Digestive Health Probiotics . They indicated that it did not help them at all. This is not a surprise when the dosage is not very clear and when the manufacturer does not back their product with a money-back or satisfaction guarantee. Considering these and the side effects that you might experience when using this product, we are not confident about its effectiveness. Therefore, we recommend that you rather look for a product that is backed by the manufacturer’s guarantee and good consumer reviews for your protection.

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Vimerson Health Probiotics is a supplement that contains some of the bacteria which are important for an optimally functioning intestine. In this review, we examine all of the ingredients in the supplement to determine if this probiotic is one of the top products for treating gastrointestinal distresses such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

Ingredients

• Lactobacillus Acidophilus
• Bifidobacterium Lactis
• Lactobacillus Plantarum
• Lactobacillus Paracasei
• Marine Polysaccharide Complex
• Fructooligosaccharide

Lactobacillus, as the name suggests is very proficient at metabolizing the complex sugar lactose. They also have indirect effects such as modulating the immune system to reduce allergic reactions and diarrhea. Bifidobacterium are also involved in the metabolism of complex sugars. The fructooligosaccharide supports the growth of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium so that their numbers increase and the bacterial microbiome in the gut shifts to favor the more beneficial bacteria.

When the bacterial microbiome has many of these bacteria which can assist in the breakdown of complex molecules, less stress is placed on the intestine and so it is less likely to display the symptoms of IBS.

The marine polysaccharide complex provides a large amount of fiber which helps to bulk stool and make it easier to pass.

This supplement seems to be lacking in digestive enzymes which are a common ingredient in these products because they help quite significantly to improve digestion.

Dosage

One capsule should be taken twice a day in the morning and the evening. The manufacturer does not state whether it should be taken with food or not. There are about 40 billion colony forming units in total in each capsule of this product.

Possible Side Effects

This supplement is not suitable for individuals under the age of 18, pregnant women or breast-feeding mothers without consultation with a qualified medical practitioner. Extreme care must be ensured when taking other medication or dietary supplements along with this product. If any adverse reactions occur, especially those that mimic food poisoning, cease the use of the product immediately.

Price

One bottle of can be purchased Vimerson Probiotics for $19.30. Although it is a product design for long-term use there appear to be no discounts available for buying multiple bottles at once. Naturally, this will result in the product being more expensive and more orders having to be placed and more waiting will have to occur for customers who are interested.

Guarantee

Vimerson  offers a one hundred percent money back guarantee which is valid for one month from the day of purchase.

Interestingly, there are only 10 reviews on the manufacturer’s website and all of them are five-star reviews but on other websites there are numerous complaints that the product did not work or caused adverse effects like headaches or nausea.  There was even a customer who complains they bought 2 products from this manufacturer and twice they were short on the number of capsules.

Our Vimerson Health Probiotics Review – Conclusion

This supplement contains if you promising ingredients which do have scientific research to support the benefits that the manufacturer claims. We do believe that more ingredients could have been included though. The price is reasonable and there is a guarantee for this product. However, the guarantee is not valid for a long enough time to test the product properly and there still seems to be quite a few unsatisfied customers.

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This is our review for a product called Pure Healthland Advanced Probiotics. Advanced Probiotics is a dietary supplement designed to combat Irritable Bowel Syndrome by providing support to a digestive and general immune health. It contains seven types of probiotics, which is a type of live bacteria. This bacteria helps improve digestive health and immune system, accelerate fat loss, improve energy levels, relieve digestive pain and combat fatigue. The manufacturer claims that this supplement also prevents gum diseases, combats liver disease and cancer.

Ingredients

Probiotic Bacteria consisting of:

• DE 111 (Bacillus subtilis)
• Lactobacillus rhamnosus
• Lactobacillus casei
• Lactobacillus longum
• Lactobacillus acidophilus
• Lactobacillus plantarum
• Bifidobacterium breve

Research has revealed that many species of probiotics may produce a variation of positive effects on IBS symptoms because each species has an individual action on the digestive tract, hence the Advanced Probiotics is not just an IBS support supplement, but it supports other areas of the individual health as well. However, studies also show that the competition between the consumed species of probiotics may occur, leading to negative effects. This is concerning, as this product contains seven species of probiotics.

Dosage

The recommended dosage for Advanced Probiotics is one capsule taken once, twice or three times a day, daily. It should be taken with food or as advised by a healthcare professional.

Possible Side Effects

This product is only intended for people who are 18 years of age and older. Those that have an existing medical condition should consult with their doctor before using this supplement. Possible side effects include bloating, diarrhea, extreme fever, persistent cough, rash, itching, and more. You are advised to see your healthcare provider if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Advanced Probiotics.

This supplement is manufactured and packed in a facility which may also process soy milk, wheat, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and crustacean.

Price

Advanced Probiotics are available online from the manufacturer’s website and from the third-party retailers’ websites. The price ranges between $17.99 and  $22.99 for a bottle of 60 capsules. Some retailers offer discounts for bulk purchasing. For instance, you get 10% off when buying two bottles, 15% off when buying 3 bottles, and 20% off when buying four bottles or more.

Guarantee

The manufacturer offers 60-day money back, and a 100% no-risk promise. If you use this product and realize that it is not working for you, or you are unsatisfied in anyway within the guarantee period, you can email the manufacturer requesting for a refund. You will then receive all your money back except for the costs of shipping.

Our Pure Healthland Advanced Probiotics Review – Conclusion

Advanced Probiotics seems to be a feasible supplement when wanting to maintain a healthy digestive and immune system. The guarantee offered by the manufacturer shows their confidence in the product, also providing you with the protection that you need. The seven types of probiotics contained in the product are known to be effective to improving the immune system and overall health. However, even though the probiotics are effective, combining them might cause even more problems in your stomach due to competition between these organisms. Research suggests that single probiotics appear to be more effective than combined probiotics..

We also noticed that that  this is manufactured or packed in a facility which may also produce soy, milk, wheat, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and crustacean. We are greatly concerned that there is possibility that this health product could have been manufactured in a place that contains such foods. The fact that there is a possibility makes us think that there is a huge possibility that these probiotics are contaminated. This also excludes everyone who is allergic to the listed products.  We doubt that this product would be effective, with all these shortcomings. It is safe to use a supplement that does not have these negative possibilities to ensure your protection and peace of mind.

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Nature’s Bounty Acidophilus Probiotic is a supplement to improve the digestive process in people who take it. This may be necessary if you suffer from any sort of digestive distress like Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) or food intolerance. This supplement provides beneficial bacteria which help to break down the complex foods in the intestine and make digestion easier. In our review of Nature’s Bounty Acidophilus Probiotic, we examine the critical aspects of this product to determine whether it is one of the best products on the market.

Ingredients

The only ingredient present in This product is Lactobacillus acidophilus. This bacterium is very capable of breaking down lactose so that it is more easily absorbed and so that it does not cause distress to the gastrointestinal tract.

This ingredient is a good start but the supplement is missing a nutrient source to give the bacterium a boost to allow it to establish itself. The supplement is also missing digestive enzymes which are very essential to aiding the digestive process. There are also other bacteria such as Bifidobacterium which work well in conjunction with Lactobacillus and should have been included in this product to enhance the effects.

Dosage

The manufacturer suggests that one capsule of the supplement should be taken per day but they do not specify whether it should be taken with food or at what times of the day it should be taken.

Each capsule contains over 100 million colony forming units of Lactobacillus acidophilus.

Possible Side Effects

Any person who is on chronic medication or under medical supervision as well as pregnant and breastfeeding women should consider consulting a physician before using this product. If any adverse reactions occur, use of this product must be stopped immediately.

Price

Each package contains 120 capsules, which equates to about a 2 month supply of the product. This product is sold as packs of 2, 3 or 4 packages of the product. these will cost $14.50, $14.92 and $16.78 respectively.

Guarantee

Despite our best research efforts, we could not find any evidence of a guarantee for this product.

The customer reviews are mostly positive for this product but there are some complaints about it not working or it causing adverse reactions such as nausea and diarrhea.

Our Nature’s Bounty Acidophilus Probiotic Review – Conclusion

This product show some potential because the active ingredient has been scientifically studied and proven to elicit the effects that the manufacturer claims it does. This product is also offered at a reasonable price and encourages the buying of multiple packages at once by offering a discount.

Despite this there are a few drawbacks that this product contains. One of the major concerns is that the efficacy of this product is not strongly guaranteed because there are ingredients which are lacking in this product, the dosing instructions are vague and the manufacturer does not offer a guarantee.

We definitely believe there are better products out there with a better value for money especially those which offer a money-back guarantee.

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