The prevalence of infant colic varies , it has been estimated that as many as one in five babies under three months of age are affected by this distressing condition . This means that as many as 20 % of families with newborns are impacted with sleepless nights and the associated stress and anxiety that goes along with it .
Despite 50 years of research , the cause of colic is described in medical literature as — unclear . Proposed theories include altered gut flora , gastrointestinal tract inflammation and immature digestive and nervous systems . Typically gas , bloating and discomfort , and pain due to indigestion are the main issues . Infant GERD ( gastrointestinal reflux disease ) or “ spitting up ” can trigger colic as well .
Digesting milk and food is a big task for a baby ’ s immature digestive system that is still in the process of developing . Food and milk may pass through a small baby ’ s gut too quickly and may not be properly digested resulting in gas in the intestines , and causing pain . Some experts believe that food allergy plays a big role in colic .
A variety of treatment protocols for colic exist , but there is no clear consensus of opinion amongst doctors — treatment tends to be mostly trial and error . There are three basic options usually starting with changes in feeding and soothing techniques , often including the use of gripe water or other over-the-counter remedies . As a second step , the removal of cow ’ s milk protein from mother ’ s diet or from formula , due to its potential as an allergen , is usually done . The addition of probiotics , mostly single strain , is a third option or step .
At Garden of Life , we firmly believe that good health starts in the gut and there is no doubt that a healthy digestive system is key to a new baby ’ s well – being , optimal health and happiness . As emerging science on the human microbiome begins to unravel some of the mysteries of human health , we believe that studies such as the Baby Biome Study , and many others , will demonstrate the vital importance of the human microbiome and the role of specific gut bacteria for optimal digestive and immune health for infants and children .
It ’ s already been established that probiotics play significant roles in maintaining the integrity of the gut lining to allow good things such as nutrients to pass across into the blood so they can be utilized by the body , while at the same time producing substance to strengthen the gut lining . This provides a protective barrier to prevent bad things such as bacteria , viruses , toxins , harmful chemicals and allergens from leaking into the bloodstream and into our bodies where they can wreak havoc .
In addition to making beneficial substances such as short chain fatty acids , which nourish the gut lining and help to reduce inflammation in the gut , probiotics also help stimulate gastric juices , produce enzymes , certain vitamins and amino acids — all beneficial for baby ’ s tummies .
So , at Garden of Life , we believe that it ’ s time to take action and provide clinically studied probiotics for effective digestive and immune support for babies with colic . We are very proud to announce the launch of Dr . Formulated Baby Organic Liquid probiotics formulated by David Perlmutter , M . D ., a highlyrespected expert on the human microbiome .
This is the very first and ONLY Certified USDA Organic , Non-GMO Project Verified liquid probiotic for infants and babies with colic and upset stomachs , delivering 2 billion CFU per dose with seven clinically studied , safe , effective probiotic strains . Scientific research has shown that synbiotic formulas with multiple strains are more effective than single isolated strain probiotic formulas .
Today , many babies are born by C-section and miss out on that first important dose of probiotics from their mother ’ s birth canal . To help your baby build a healthy microbiome , Dr . Formulated Baby Organic Liquid delivers a blend of clinically studied , health – promoting probiotic strains including Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG chosen to foster optimum digestion and immune system function . †
Five published clinical trials in mostly breast-fed infants , showed that the infants receiving strains of Lactobacillus reuteri had a 2.3 fold greater chance of having a 50 % or greater decrease in crying over time compared to babies not receiving these probiotics .
Dr . Perlmutter formulated this unique product with Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG along with two other clinically studied Lactobacilli including L . Reuteri , and then he added 4 bifido strains including Bifidobacterium infantis to support the lower GI tract . B . Infantis is a very important probiotic for infants because it enables the baby to digest oligosaccharides ( natural carbs ) that are found in breast milk . Each of the seven clinically studied strains bring slightly different digestive and immune benefits to this clean organic formula .
So remember parents , this “ Colic ” too shall pass — with a little help from Dr . Formulated Baby Organic Liquid !
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