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Be PROactive with PRObiotics Be PROactive with PRObiotics Your digestive system contains 70% of your immune system, so supporting healthy immunity really does start in the gut (especially if your child likes to put things in their mouth). A clinical trial on the probiotic bacteria, Lactobacillus acidophilus (NCFM®) and Bifidobacterium lactis (Bi-07), showed these strains reduced the risk of cold or flu symptoms by up to 66%! The children who had a cold or flu only suffered symptoms for half as long as the children taking the placebo. Antibiotics Don’t Help Colds and Flu
Kids don’t have time to be sick with colds and flu – there’s games to play, friends to see, fun to be had and most importantly school/daycare to attend! But, unfortunately, the sharing and caring nature of kids means they tend to share their germs with everyone they come into contact with. And since covering their mouths or using tissues is usually a low priority, germs easily spread from child to child and potentially through the whole family.
Although commonly prescribed, antibiotics target bacteria (including good bacteria) but colds and flu are caused by viruses, so antibiotics are of little use unless the cold/flu has progressed to a chest infection. If your child has been taking a course of antibiotics, a probiotic such as Inner Health Kids is a convenient way to replenish beneficial bacteria and support digestive health. Inner Health Plus also comes in an adult dose and form, so the whole family can benefit from taking this. Come and talk to our friendly staff to discuss more information and the correct product suited for you and your family. Millwater Parkway Pharmacy
Purchase any Inner Health for kids product in the month of July and receive their signature plush toy for FREE’ *While stock lasts*
Unit 19, 175 Millwater Parkway Silverdale 0932 Ph/Fax (09) 959 0256
Mon-Fri: 8.30am – 6.00pm Saturday: 9.00am – 3.00pm Sunday: Closed
