A daily high-potency probiotic is definitely an excellent start, especially since she is taking antibiotics so frequently. Even though antibiotics are sometimes necessary to fight off bad bacteria in the body, the downside is that they usually end up killing a lot of the good bacteria at the same time—and those good bacteria are our first line of defense against illness, infection and poor digestion. (Keep in mind the digestive tract is home to roughly 80 percent of your body’s natural defenses, so when that healthy internal balance is upset, it can take a serious toll on our overall well being.)

Is your mother-in-law still taking probiotics or did she stop after completing the 7-day dose of Ultimate Flora Super Critical 200 Billion? Because of her history with bladder infections, she may benefit from taking our Ultimate Flora Vaginal Support 50 Billion formula. It is formulated especially for women and contains 45 billion Lactobacillus cultures to support a healthy bacteria balance in the vagina and urinary tract. Our Ultimate Flora Critical Colon formula may also be effective for restoring a balanced digestive environment and relieving her digestive distress, so she may want to add one or both of these formulas to her daily regimen.

Finally, try to catch Brenda Watson’s newest PBS special (The Road to Perfect Health) this month if you can. In it, Brenda talks about how so many health problems seen today—including inflammation-related issues such as Giant Cell Arteritis—all stem from an unhealthy digestive system, and she provides valuable advice about the important diet and lifestyle habits that can help restore digestive balance and heal the body from the inside out. Best of luck to you and your mother-in-law.