Bacteriology Exploration

“Good” bacteria, also known as beneficial bacteria, are defined as any

bacteria that are beneficial to the body and enhance health. One of the most
well-known types of good bacteria are probiotics. Actually, most bacteria are
“good.”

Differentiation between Beneficial Bacteria and Bad Bacteria

Comparatively speaking, there are only a handful of “bad” bacteria out there.
Of the total bacteria in our bodies, a healthy balance is 85% good bacteria
and 15% bad bacteria. Remarkably, scientists estimate that only 1-10% of
total bacteria have even been discovered.

Bacteria can survive in the harshest conditions and they are everywhere;
throughout our environment, on our skin, in our mouth and in our gut.

Around 100 trillion good bacteria live in and on our bodies. Many of these
bacteria reside in our gut, helping our body break down food and absorb
nutrients. Not only do we live in harmony with these good bacteria, but they
are essential to our survival.

Better Gut Health is Vital for Immunity and Digestion

Bacteria in our gut help to protect us by crowding out some of their

dangerous relatives that can cause disease. Other good bacteria have been
used in medicine to create antibiotics, and others still are used in food
production to make fermented foods (think sauerkraut, yogurt, kimchi
and kombucha.)

One thing to note about kombucha is that the pH is well below the level bad
bacteria can survive in. For example, Botulism (and other pathogenic
bacteria) cannot grow in an environment where the pH is below 4.6. The
average pH of kombucha is around 3.0 – some slightly higher and some
slightly lower, but not above 4.0.

However, even though you may eat fermented foods, take extra probiotics
and keep your gut extra healthy, it is still possible for bad bacteria to
multiply. Bacteria, while being extremely hearty, are also naturally very
opportunistic.

Bacteria such as Escherichia coli (E coli) or Staphylococcus (staph) have a

“bad” bacteria reputation, but we live with these bacteria every day in our
gut and on our skin. That’s the thing, not all bacteria are either inherently
bad or good. When our body is out of balance, the bad bacteria take
advantage of the opportunity and proliferate, potentially causing harm to our
bodies.

We all have bad bacteria too

“Bad” bacteria are traditionally defined as pathogenic bacteria, which means

they may cause infection, make us sick or, in some cases, even kill us! Bad
bacteria come from external influences such as food, environmental toxins
and even the effects of stress on our bodies. Sometimes a disturbance in the
force, or an imbalance in the homeostasis of our bodies, will turn a healthy
gut microbe into a colony of very unfriendly bacteria inside our bodies.

When our body is stressed, it creates an environment in which the bacteria

that were once good or “dormant,” can multiply and wreak havoc in our
system. Too many antibiotics, antibacterial soap, food that isn’t prepared
properly, excess sugar, stress and lack of sleep are some things that can
cause an imbalanced body.

5 Ways to Keep Bad Bacteria at Bay

1. Sleep (at least 8hours)

2. Fuel your Body Well

3. Become a label reader

4. Consider upping your probiotic intake

5. Finally, ask your body to heal

How to feed our Good Bacteria or (Beneficial’s Bacteria)

According to Dr. Erick Berg DC, most of the people’s idea that probiotics are
help feeds their microbes. Indeed the probiotics are the microbes, if you are
going to take probiotic, you are not feeding the microbes but just add more
beneficial bacteria in your gut. Fiber from vegetables are the main source
of food for feeding our good bacteria or the beneficial bacteria. Once fiber
consume by microbes it will break down into butyrate and it is to fuel the
colon cells.

Probiotic and Prebiotic Shake Recipe

 One cup of plain yogurt or kefir, make sure they only contain milk and cultures,
any additive is a sign of a poor quality.

 A half of a ripe banana

  A half of teaspoon of Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV). You can go up to two
teaspoons if you like the taste, most of the people like it.

 One or two teaspoons of honey

 One teaspoon to one spoon acacia gum. If you never had acacia gum before,
start with one teaspoon, and slowly increase the dose. (optional)

 A quarter or less of a ripe sweet mango

 4 small to medium strawberries

 4 - 6 tablespoons of orange juice, (this can be omitted)

Five Ways to make a Probiotic Smoothie

U N S W E E T E N E D YO G U RT

Swap the milk in your smoothies for yogurt, which can improve the
symptoms of bloating. It is pre-digested and the milk-sugar is already
broken down, making it easier for the body to handle it. Avoid low-fat or
high sugar content brands. Plain yogurt is delicious and more nutritious
and there is no use for added sugars when you can add sweetness to your
smoothie by adding fresh fruit or a drizzle of honey.

PROBIOTIC PROTEIN POWDER

When you up your intake of increase of protein, fiber, probiotics and

living, fermented foods you can start to curb cravings and sugar intake, a
key element of losing weight. Renew Life Skinny Gut Ultimate
Shakes deliver protein, probiotics, prebiotic soluble fiber and digestive
enzymes in an easily mixable form that helps balance the good and bad
bacteria in our digestive tract.

Try this: Blueberry Pre- & Probiotic Smoothie

 1 scoop Renew Life Skinny Gut Vanilla Shake 

 8 ounces unsweetened almond milk

 1/2 cup frozen blueberries

  1 tablespoon chia seeds

 2 ounces of plain kefir or yogurt

Prefer chocolate? Try this Chocolate-Orange Smoothie or Chocolate
Almond Raspberry with Renew Life Skinny Gut Chocolate Shake

KEFIR

The probiotics in kefir can help normalize digestive troubles, and one 8-
ounce serving of kefir delivers up about 20 percent of your daily calcium
needs, as well as good amounts of vitamin B12, biotin and phosphorus
along with a whopping 10.5 grams of protein. Those who are lactose
intolerant have an easier time digesting kefir.

C O C O N U T YO G U RT O R K E F I R

Coconut yogurt is full of good gut-friendly bacteria and dietary fiber. It

does not contain protein like cow’s milk yogurt does; but it does have
medium-chain fatty acids. The extra fat will help keep you feeling
satisfied, but if you miss the protein, add some protein powder or 1-2
tablespoons of chia seeds, which will make the smoothie even thicker.

KO M B U C H A

Add a serving of kombucha to your next smoothie for a dose of healthy

bacteria and probiotics. The enzymes and antioxidants in this fermented
tea support the immune system and promote a healthy digestive system.

50 different species of lactobacillus exist

Lactobacillus

Normally found in the digestive, urinary, and genital systems. You can also
find them in yogurt and dietary supplements, as well as in suppositories.
 Lactobacillus acidophilus, one of the most commonly used
probiotics. It’s found in yogurt and fermented soy products such as miso
and tempeh. Lactobacillus acidophilus has been used (in suppository form)
to treat bacterial infections of the vagina. In pill form, it can be taken to
prevent and treat diarrhea, including traveler’s diarrhea in adults and
diarrhea caused by rotavirus in children.

 Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG may help treat traveler’s diarrhea, or

diarrhea that’s caused by Clostridium difficile (C. difficile) bacteria or by
antibiotics in children. It’s also been found to help prevent eczema in
infants.

 Lactobacillus salivarius may help block the growth of Helicobacter

pylori (H. pylori), the bacteria that cause peptic ulcers.

 Lactobacillus plantarum can improve the immune system barrier

against invading disease-causing bacteria.

Other uses for lactobacillus include:

 preventing diarrhea caused by antibiotics and infection

 preventing colic (inconsolable crying) in babies

 preventing lung infections in young children

 preventing diarrhea in adults who are in the hospital or receiving

chemotherapy treatment for cancer

 treating bowel conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and

ulcerative colitis

Bifidobacteria
Bifidobacteria make up most of the “good” bacteria living in the gut. These
bacteria begin colonizing the gastrointestinal system almost immediately
after we’re born.

Bifidobacteria come in about 30 different strains, including:

 Bifidobacteria bifidum may help protect against unhealthy

bacteria. Research suggests they also can relieve IBS symptoms. When
combined with Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacteria bifidum might
help prevent eczema in newborns.

 Bifidobacteria infantis are thought to help relieve the symptoms of IBS,

such as abdominal pain, gas, and bloating

 Bifidobacteria lactis has been reported to improve cholesterol levels in

women and in people with type 2 diabetes.

Streptococcus thermophilus

These bacteria produce the enzyme lactase, which the body needs to digest
the sugar in milk and other dairy products. Some studies
suggest Streptococcus thermophilus can help prevent lactose intolerance.

Saccharomyces boulardii

Saccharomyces boulardii is actually a type of yeast, but it acts as a probiotic.

Some studies have found it helpful for preventing and treating traveler’s
diarrhea, as well as diarrhea caused by antibiotics. It may also be useful for
treating acne, and reducing the side effects of antibiotic treatment for H.
pylori bacteria.