Leading dairy producer chooses probiotic ingredient, GanedenBC30™, to power organic probiotic cheese.
MONDOVI, Wisconsin (September 16, 2008) – Next Generation Organic Dairy, a Wisconsin dairy that makes cheeses made only with certified organic raw milk, today announced the introduction of a new line of gourmet, probiotic-fortified cheese and cheese sticks.
The new line of probiotic cheeses was inspired by the growing body of evidence demonstrating the benefits of probiotics in a wide variety of health conditions and growing consumer interest and demand for probiotic food alternatives for refrigerated yogurts. The cheese and cheese sticks will make there debut at the World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin from September 30th – October 4th in the Normande Cattle Pavilion at the Next Generation Dairy booth. Full distribution of the cheese will begin December 2008, in six delicious flavors, and will come packaged in eight ounce packs, six individually wrapped 1-ounce sticks or single sticks.
The process for making the new probiotic cheese starts with the same low temperature as Next Generation’s other organic raw milk cheeses not exceeding 102°F. The probiotic ingredient, GanedenBC30, strain of Bacillus coagulans is added after the cheese curd has formed and after the whey has been drained. Since no heat is added to the cheese blend when GanedenBC30 is put into the mix it allows the cheese to obtain the best amount of survivability of the probiotic. High temperature processes used by other dairies to kill potential pathogens also destroy the important digestive enzymes in cheese. Next Generation ages their cheeses a minimum of 60 days according to FDA regulation on raw milk cheese. This 60 day aging process allows the pH in the cheese to be lowered naturally, killing any potential pathogens.
GanedenBC30 probiotic overcomes the shortcomings of other commonly used probiotics in that it easily withstands industrial food manufacturing, extreme temperatures, and product shelf life. Other probiotic strains are highly sensitive to these demands.
Additionally, GanedenBC30 can grow in both the small and large intestines, which is important in carbohydrate digestion. When undigested carbohydrates make their way to the large intestine, they can ferment and cause or exacerbate a number of digestive disorders. Some probiotics, like bifidobacteria, can only grow in the large intestine. Ganeden Biotech the manufacturer of GanedenBC30’s CEO Andy Lefkowitz comments, “Consumers want to know that when they are choosing a probiotic food product that there are enough live cells and that those cells are going to provide benefits. GanedenBC30 is superior to other probiotics not only in terms of its survivability before it is consumed but also in that it can survive and thrive where it can do the most good once in the body.”
The new probiotic cheese is an example of the philosophy at Next Generation Organic Dairy to make high quality, high nutrition products even better. President Steve Pechacek said that, “People already love our cheeses because they taste so good, use only certified organic raw milk, and preserve all the wonderful enzymes that are normally destroyed by other manufacturing processes; but we always ask ourselves how we can make our product even better? There aren’t many probiotic cheeses on the market, and the ones that do exist use probiotics that have a tough time surviving. We think that adding GanedenBC30 really makes our probiotic cheese the best.”
The Fall 2008 launch debuts six flavors: Colby, Cheddar, Parsley Cheddar, Garlic Parsley Cheddar, Caribbean Cheddar and Cilantro Roasted Garlic Cheddar.
Pechacek said that people who are lactose intolerant find Next Generation Organic Dairy cheeses completely different from other cheeses and explained that, “High temperature processes literally cooks lactose, and that’s what leads to problems. Lactose intolerant people tell us that they never have problems eating our cheeses.”
The refrigerated yogurt category has gotten a tremendous boost from the new probiotic products introduced over the past few years. Consumers are now much more aware of the benefits of probiotics and are looking for other ways of getting them into the daily diet. These new cheeses are positioned to fill that role and stimulate the cheese category.
About Next Generation Organic Dairy
Founded in February of 2001, Next Generation Organic Dairy was born by combining three small organic dairy farms who wanted to give the consumers a consistent, quality organic dairy source. The focus of Next Generation Organic Dairy is not just to produce another line of organic dairy products, but rather to provide high class, nutritious products that taste good and are processed to retain more of their natural goodness, wholesomeness and are affordable. Next Generation Organic Dairy Products are produced using only the utmost care and attention to quality and nutritional value. Their cheeses are produced using only certified organic raw milk. Next Generation Organic Dairy products can be found in Wisconsin, Washington, New York, Minnesota, Michigan, Illinois, Iowa, and Virginia.
September 17, 2008
September 8, 2008
Back to School Means Added Stress for Kids Who Can’t Do Milk
Finding the “Hidden Lactose” in School Lunchrooms; Natural Probiotic Supplement Offers Moms an Answer to the School Lunch Dilemma
CLEVELAND, Ohio (September 88, 2008) -- It’s a dilemma facing parents of the estimated 15 million lactose intolerant school-aged children in the U.S. heading back to school this fall. As lunch moves from the home kitchen to the school cafeteria, so does control over what their children eat, posing serious health concerns for those who are lactose intolerant. Lactose-intolerant kids are left to make important lunch and snack choices on their own, with food containing “hidden lactose” complicating their decisions. Luckily, this school year, these decisions can become far easier for concerned parents thanks to natural, powerful over-the-counter probiotic supplements.
“This can be a stressful time for parents,” said Dr. Rachel Garber, a Cleveland pediatrician who treats lactose-intolerant children and teens at her practice. “They lose control over what their kids eat. They’re not around to tell their child not to eat the pizza offered for lunch at school. It’s also stressful for the kids, who often have to choose between fitting in with their peers and making an important healthy decision.”
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), up to 50 million Americans show signs of lactose intolerance as early as age 2. Lactose intolerance occurs across all ethnic populations, but members of certain ethnic groups are hit particularly hard, with more than 90 percent of Asians and up to 80 percent of African Americans and Hispanics reporting symptoms of lactose intolerance, according to NIH. Symptoms range from mild discomfort to severe nausea, gas and diarrhea and begin 30 minutes to 2 hours after eating or drinking food containing lactose, the main sugar found in milk.
Educating children about what foods to avoid is more difficult than simply keeping them away from milk and cheese, according to Dr. Garber, because of food containing “hidden lactose,” comprised largely of non-dairy foods that can contain varying amounts of lactose. These foods can include:
• breads
• processed breakfast cereals
• non-kosher lunch meats
• candy and other snacks
• salad dressings
• pancake, biscuit and cookie mixes
Dr. Garber recommends parents teach their children to read food labels carefully, looking not only for milk and lactose, but also for words such as whey, curds, milk by-products, dry milk solids, and non-fat dry milk powder – all indications the food contains lactose.
But avoiding foods containing lactose, especially dairy products altogether, may pose a set of different health dangers.
A recent report by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development found that fewer than 1 in 10 girls and just over 1 in 4 boys ages 9 to 13 get the recommended 1300 mg of calcium daily to help build their bones in this critical period. The institute, along with the American Academy of Pediatrics, warns against steering lactose-intolerant children away from dairy, a leading source of calcium. Unfortunately, research shows that perceived milk intolerance is related to reduced bone mineral content in female adolescents. Researchers believe that lactose-containing medications may even be responsible for causing patient discomfort and reducing medication adherence.
According to Dr. Garber, a common solution is lactase enzyme pills taken with each meal. Lactase breaks down the lactose before it can cause problems. However, because the amount of lactase needed depends on how much lactose is consumed, Dr. Garber finds that many people consider them impractical. “Keeping enough lactase pills handy is hard enough, especially for children and teens, but since they often don’t know some of the foods they’re eating contain lactose, they may not even think about taking lactase.” She’s now suggesting people take the probiotic supplement, Digestive Advantage™ Lactose Intolerance Therapy, which children can take at home once each morning, as opposed to each time dairy is consumed. The ultimate goal is for lactose-intolerant children to enjoy milk products and get the calcium they need without discomfort – relieving much of the back-to-school stress for parents.
“These pills have dramatically improved our quality of life,” Sandy Lanser of Milwaukee, Wisconsin said of her 15-year-old son, who has been taking Digestive Advantage™ Lactose Intolerance Therapy daily for over two years. “To be able to take one pill a day and then eat anything you want is the most wonderful thing for him. He can finally feel like a normal teenager.”
Dr. Garber started recommending Digestive Advantage™ Lactose Intolerance Therapy to her patients after first using the product with her own children with positive results. The supplement is particularly helpful during the school year, as kids can take one pill daily, rather than worry about taking a pill before each meal or snack containing lactose.
Digestive Advantage™ Lactose Intolerance Therapy is available at over 40,000 retailers nationwide including Walgreen’s, Wal-Mart, CVS/pharmacies, Rite-Aid, Albertsons, K-Mart, Kroger, Safeway, and online at DoctorVicks.com. A chewable form is also available for children over 3 years of age.
CLEVELAND, Ohio (September 88, 2008) -- It’s a dilemma facing parents of the estimated 15 million lactose intolerant school-aged children in the U.S. heading back to school this fall. As lunch moves from the home kitchen to the school cafeteria, so does control over what their children eat, posing serious health concerns for those who are lactose intolerant. Lactose-intolerant kids are left to make important lunch and snack choices on their own, with food containing “hidden lactose” complicating their decisions. Luckily, this school year, these decisions can become far easier for concerned parents thanks to natural, powerful over-the-counter probiotic supplements.
“This can be a stressful time for parents,” said Dr. Rachel Garber, a Cleveland pediatrician who treats lactose-intolerant children and teens at her practice. “They lose control over what their kids eat. They’re not around to tell their child not to eat the pizza offered for lunch at school. It’s also stressful for the kids, who often have to choose between fitting in with their peers and making an important healthy decision.”
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), up to 50 million Americans show signs of lactose intolerance as early as age 2. Lactose intolerance occurs across all ethnic populations, but members of certain ethnic groups are hit particularly hard, with more than 90 percent of Asians and up to 80 percent of African Americans and Hispanics reporting symptoms of lactose intolerance, according to NIH. Symptoms range from mild discomfort to severe nausea, gas and diarrhea and begin 30 minutes to 2 hours after eating or drinking food containing lactose, the main sugar found in milk.
Educating children about what foods to avoid is more difficult than simply keeping them away from milk and cheese, according to Dr. Garber, because of food containing “hidden lactose,” comprised largely of non-dairy foods that can contain varying amounts of lactose. These foods can include:
• breads
• processed breakfast cereals
• non-kosher lunch meats
• candy and other snacks
• salad dressings
• pancake, biscuit and cookie mixes
Dr. Garber recommends parents teach their children to read food labels carefully, looking not only for milk and lactose, but also for words such as whey, curds, milk by-products, dry milk solids, and non-fat dry milk powder – all indications the food contains lactose.
But avoiding foods containing lactose, especially dairy products altogether, may pose a set of different health dangers.
A recent report by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development found that fewer than 1 in 10 girls and just over 1 in 4 boys ages 9 to 13 get the recommended 1300 mg of calcium daily to help build their bones in this critical period. The institute, along with the American Academy of Pediatrics, warns against steering lactose-intolerant children away from dairy, a leading source of calcium. Unfortunately, research shows that perceived milk intolerance is related to reduced bone mineral content in female adolescents. Researchers believe that lactose-containing medications may even be responsible for causing patient discomfort and reducing medication adherence.
According to Dr. Garber, a common solution is lactase enzyme pills taken with each meal. Lactase breaks down the lactose before it can cause problems. However, because the amount of lactase needed depends on how much lactose is consumed, Dr. Garber finds that many people consider them impractical. “Keeping enough lactase pills handy is hard enough, especially for children and teens, but since they often don’t know some of the foods they’re eating contain lactose, they may not even think about taking lactase.” She’s now suggesting people take the probiotic supplement, Digestive Advantage™ Lactose Intolerance Therapy, which children can take at home once each morning, as opposed to each time dairy is consumed. The ultimate goal is for lactose-intolerant children to enjoy milk products and get the calcium they need without discomfort – relieving much of the back-to-school stress for parents.
“These pills have dramatically improved our quality of life,” Sandy Lanser of Milwaukee, Wisconsin said of her 15-year-old son, who has been taking Digestive Advantage™ Lactose Intolerance Therapy daily for over two years. “To be able to take one pill a day and then eat anything you want is the most wonderful thing for him. He can finally feel like a normal teenager.”
Dr. Garber started recommending Digestive Advantage™ Lactose Intolerance Therapy to her patients after first using the product with her own children with positive results. The supplement is particularly helpful during the school year, as kids can take one pill daily, rather than worry about taking a pill before each meal or snack containing lactose.
Digestive Advantage™ Lactose Intolerance Therapy is available at over 40,000 retailers nationwide including Walgreen’s, Wal-Mart, CVS/pharmacies, Rite-Aid, Albertsons, K-Mart, Kroger, Safeway, and online at DoctorVicks.com. A chewable form is also available for children over 3 years of age.
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