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Has anyone taken the new Align medicine for digestive problems?
I just purchased this product but wanted to know if anyone has had success. It helps support better digestion. Relieves constipation, diareah and heartburn. Thanks
I have never tried it but after researching it my only concern is when you look at the ingredients it states that it contains cellulose (which is a fiber), magnesium (aids gastrointestinal disorders), sugar, sodium, and FD&C blue #2 (a dye to color the supplement). Also, if you read the WARNING on the box it states to keep out of reach of children, and in case of accidental ingestion contact your poison control center!!!
Now my thought is why would they need sugar, sodium, and a food coloring in something like this. Also, probiotics should be safe and even a child should be able to take them without fear of poisoning them! I don't get this product at all. The cost of $29.99 for 28 tablets will only last you 28 days. Why don't you just go to Wal-mart or any vitamin shop and purchase some acidophilus which is much safer and cheaper.
You didn't mention why you want to take this. Do you have constipation, diarrhea and heartburn?
Research what you are putting in your body before buying things. If you feel that you may benefit from this then give it a shot. Personally, I wouldn't waste my money on it.
If you have constipation increase your fiber, use psyllium which is a natural fiber (cellulose is not) and take flax seed oil plus drink a lot of water every day, if you have heartburn chew on some papaya enzyme tablets - they are yummy and they work, if you have diarrhea take the acidophilus, drink peppermint tea, you can also use valerian capsules, or aloe vera juice which may reduce cramping and intestinal spasms.
Digest Some Digestion Tips
Seems like the public has been brainwashed in the last several decades to think that digestive acids produced by the stomach are the root of digestive problems. Antacid tablets and liquids have been around for years. Now the latest supposed remedy for stomach problems is the "acid blockers" that have been advertised so heavily on television and in magazines. They have become one of the best-selling over-the-counter drug categories in history. Some of the advertisements even claim they can stop the production of stomach acid for up to 12 hours.
The question is, how will food get digested without stomach acid. The answer is, it won't, which leads to three problems for people who use acid blockers. The problems get worse the longer ou use one of these drugs.
Firstly, proteins won't be broken down properly and certain minerals won't be absorbed, because they require stomach acid for this process. When these improperly digested substances reach the intestines, gas-forming bacteria multiply quicker than election-year promises, leading to a serious gas problem.
Secondly, low stomach acid eventually causes a protein deficiency. Your body then robs protein from joint surfaces and transports it to areas where it's needed, leading to possible arthritis.
Thirdly, a lack of stomach acid also impairs the digestion and assimilation of calcium, which can result in many problems, including muscle cramps and osteoporosis.
There is a simple way to stop this problem and that is to eat the protein foods at the beginning of the meal. Most of us in this U.S. eat a salad as the first part of a meal. The carbohydrates that make up the salad require no hydrochloric acid for digestion. Nevertheless, the stomach dumps all the hydrochloric acid in to begin with. Then when the protein food (meat, fish, beans, cheese, etc.) needs the acid, there's none left. So always eat the vegetable salad either with the protein food (with meal) or after, but not before.
If this is still not enough to stop the problem, you may need to help your stomach out by taking some hydrochloric acid in the form of betaine hydrochloride tablets. One really important point to remember here is to take one or two tablets after you eat. Whatever you do, don't take them before or during the meal, which will shut off your natural acid production. Instead, you want your stomach to produce and secrete as much acid as it can first, then you can add the additional acid needed.
Once your digestive tract is re-acidified, the next step in improving your digestion is to provide a proper digestive enzyme. Many supplements are available so you should not have any trouble finding one but remember a good product will include acids and enzymes very similar to the ones produced by the stomach. You want to look for pepsin and betaine hydrochloride on the label. It should also include enzymes commonly produced by the pancreas, as well as the enzymes present in bile from the gallbladder.
An all-purpose digestive enzyme is bromelain. It's a combination of protein-digesting enzymes that come from the and stems of the pineapple. When taken shortly after a meal, bromelain can relieve an upset stomach or heartburn. In addition, brmelain is an effective anti-inflammatory.The German Commission E (Germany's equivalent to the U.S. FDA) has approved it for healing after surgery or injury. It can reduce swelling, bruising, pain and improve healing time.
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