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BUY THEM....,
March 18, 2008
From Illinois
I started doing research on probiotics after my 2 ½ year old spent December and January throwing and having diaherra from a stomach virus she picked up at preschool. After reading about the many benefits of probiotics, I thought everyone could use a probiotic in their life, so why not give it a try, what else have we got to lose. I purchased these basically for my daughter, however, after getting them I noticed they are soft gel capsules and unfortunately aren’t all that toddler friendly, even to chew, they don’t taste all that well. I started cutting the capsules and putting them in her applesauce. You would not believe the amount of mucous that starting coming out of her in her stool, it was to put it mildly, disgusting, however, made me so happy that all this junk was coming out of her poor intestines. I breastfed for a year, she was never sick once during that entire time, but from one year until now at 2 ½, she’s been sick so much with stomach issues. I can say it’s been about 8 weeks since she’s been on probiotics and she’s doing fantastic. I think this is the longest stretch she’s gone. She started getting a cold this weekend and it lasted 2 days, which is unheard of with her. She’s catching on to the applesauce, so I’ve been supplementing with the children’s Wakunaga probiotic I purchased from iherb on those days I can’t get the Ohhira one in her. I also started her on Symbiotics Colostrum Pineapple Chewables about 2 weeks ago after doing some research on Colostrums (those are delicious), I’ve been taking those too.
At the same time I started my daughter on the probiotic I started taking them as well. I did the 1 week loading phase and seemed okay, had a lot of gas, some constipation, but otherwise, all was well. Week 2 was a different story, I was so sick; I was dizzy, tired, and emotional like you wouldn’t believe, had diaherra one day and constipated the next, just felt terrible, like I was in a haze. I was about to stop taking them and did some research and found on Ohhira’s website something called the Healing Crisis http://www.omx2u.com/hc.asp, I found out that what I had going on was called the Herxheimer Reaction, which I was so glad to have found out that it’s actually a good thing. I stuck with them and by week 3, I was a new person. I too have not been sick and everyone I work with has been off with terrible colds and I can say I’ve never felt better.
These are amazing, truly, everyone should be on these.
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CLEARED ME OF CYSTIC ACNE!!!,
September 02, 2006
From Texas
I had terrible cystic acne from being on two cycles of antibiotics for two years FOR THE minor acne I had previously. Antibiotics allowed yeast to dominate my intestine and my body with their poisons (mycotoxins) which came out my skin as acne. Within two days I could tell the cysts on the back of my neck were decreasing in size and I had no new pimples on my face when I woke up. I was amazed because I had tried several other probiotics before with no availe! I highly recommend Dr. Ohhira's probiotics!
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Help with IBS,
May 04, 2007
From California
Some of the reviewers are claiming that the probiotics have kept them from becoming ill. I didn't think that probiotics would have that effect, but perhaps this is a benefit of probiotics that I am not aware of. I can testify, however, that Dr. Ohhira's probiotics have helped tremendously in my battle with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). I have struggled with IBS for about 18 years. Over the last year my IBS symptoms have been getting worse and my "triggers" were becoming more numerous. I had reached the point where the IBS was drastically controlling my life; I was making decision on where to go and what to do based on the likelihood of having an IBS attack and the availability of restroom facilities. After experiencing a terribly embareassing IBS attacking in a place where there was no restoom facilities, I was ready to try anything. I beagn taking Dr. Ohhira's probiotics and after two weeks (a loading does of 5 capsules in the morning and 5 capsules at night for 5 days and then 2 capsules in the morning and 2 capsules at night thereafter) I began to see positive results with my IBS condition. After a month my IBS was very managable. I have since added L-Glutamine and Psyllium to my supplemental intake and I have had the best control over my IBS that I've enjoyed in the past 18 years. I highly recommend Dr. Ohhira's probiotics to any who suffer intestinal problems. I have enjoyed the added benefits of healthier, less oily skin (I am a long-time sufferer of acute acne, even at the age of 38).
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10
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Saved my skin!,
March 13, 2007
From Texas
I had horrible cystic acne around my jaw line and started taking Dr. Ohira's twice a day. My skin looks great and I hardly ever get the cysts anymore. I stopped the antibiotic and retinoids my dermatologist gave me and my skin thanks me (and Dr. Ohira) every day!
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10
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Love It!!!,
January 22, 2008
From Georgia
I have used at least three different types of probiotics and this is the best so far. I have terrible yeast infections and was suffering from what the gastro doctor says was gastritis. I had the test where they go down your throat with a camera to rule out ulcers and other possible causes. I started the Dr. Ohhira's 5 capsules in the morning and 5 in the evening. The first two or three days of taking this I had really bad gas and bloating, BUT after a week, I had my first normal bowel movement I'd had in two months and my stomach pain was gone. I'm a believer!!
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Wow!,
September 27, 2008
From Nebraska
I don't want to jinx things, but I was using Garden of Life Primal Defense (which I love), and added the Dr. Ohhira's in at night because I had 2 boxes and lo and behold, since the week I started Dr. Ohhira's just once a day, my acne has cleared up, and pore size is improving. It seems to be controlling my overly oily skin which no other topical product has come close to. Really, really like this product. By using both, I think I have an excellent range of probiotic defense coverage, however, I fully credit the improvement in my skin to this product alone. Highly recommend Dr. Ohhira's products to anyone wanting a good probiotic formulation.
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Best Probiotic,
January 08, 2007
By
Joan Janak
This probiotic is great. My daughter suffered from allergies a lot. Put her on these probiotics and olive leaf extract--she never has allergies and never gets sick!!
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Bladder & Uti's gone!,
January 27, 2007
From Maryland
Suffered over 40 yrs with chronic Blad & Uti infections. After first clearing up with anti-biotics and then quickly starting with loading dose of Ohirras I and 2 other friends, who had long standing infection problems also, including my husband, are now free of problems. It may take a few times, between antibiotics and Ohirras before you have success. The other probiotics are not strong enough. Culturelle is second choice,but IHerb doesn't sell it. Ohirras is considered by many top nutricianists as the premeier probiotic. Good luck!
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6
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Covered in Candida,
March 29, 2007
I had started with a nutritionist, Life and Balance. She diagnosed me with a high concentration of candida. I had never heard of that before. I decided to take a chance and do everything the nutritionist asked. The first step was to take Dr. Ohhiras product. I could feel the candida dying off. I felt 100 times better with in 48 hours. I swear by this product and good nutrition of course.
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Saved my Sanity..,
May 24, 2007
By
Melissa Reaves
from California
I found out about this product from my Accupuncturist. I have suffered with a nervous stomach since childhood. Then in the mid-90's had a terrible parasite /stomach infection incident while living in Mexico City. All kinds or Dr.s, tests and RX, nothing helped. This product has been the first to put my system back to normal and I wouldn't go a day without it.
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The Best Probiotic!,
June 28, 2007
From Wisconsin
I believe that every one should take a probiotic, and Dr. Ohira's is the best in my opinion. Besides regulating stomach issues, I have also found that my skin is clearer since taking this product. Also, I have had allergy problems for many years and use to have to take allergy medicine daily. Since I have been taking Dr. Ohira's, I have not had any allergy problems! What a relief. Also, since taking this product, I have not been ill with a cold or flu symptoms (it's been over a year and a half without any sickness), and I work in the school system. My husband, who also takes this product, has also been free of illness too. While I don't know if this can be directly correlated to taking the probiotic, I can't say, but what a great side effect! My husband and I are definitely hooked on this great product, and thank you iherb for the great prices and service!
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6
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Proactive,
October 20, 2007
From Florida
I was informed by a friend about this product on this website. I had diarrhea and had naseau for 2 weeks. Instead of the dr. asking me what had been going on in my life and what my diet was like they just started doing tests. I was getting ready for a trip prior and the stress along with the extra fiber I had taken had taken it's toll on me as both will contribute to SIBO. After I found out about the product and was directed to this website I ordered it immediately. When I asked the dr. about probiotics he said they were a very good thing. I've know about acidopholis and bifidus but didn't realize there were so many stains of good bacteria. Within 24 hours of taken this wonderful product I was right and have been since. I have to say that I would always have to eat a ton of fiber to stay regular and that can also cause SIBO (small intestinal bacteria overgrowth) which can cause either diarrhea or constiipation. Now I eat a adequate amount of fiber and have been wonderfully regular since. If I feel I am getting constipated I just increase my dosage very slightly. I love this product and have found out a lot about the digestive tract reading the material that came with this product. I entitled my review proactive because we must remain proactive about our health throughout our life because most doctors want to make a living and are into sales of tests instead of evaluating the patient as a whole. I'm amazed that GI doctors don't first and foremost stress the importance of probiotics.
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