Direct Fed Microbials
The term Direct Fed Microbial (DFM) refers to bacterial products that are fed to animals. They are live microbial feed supplements which contribute to the well being of animals by improving their intestinal microbial balance. The ingestion of certain micro-organisms is effective in maintaining the balance among various micro-organisms in the intestinal track.
Since man first brewed beer, baked leavened bread or made yogurt, microorganisms have been used to process our food. Health benefits of beneficial bacteria for humans and animals were suggested as far back as the early 1900s.
The benefits of DFMs were first seen in the 1950s when researchers saw a positive growth response in animals fed antibiotics. Research determined that a healthy animal maintains a delicate balance of beneficial and potentially harmful microorganisms in the gastro-intestinal tract. The beneficial microbes help protect the animal from disease and contribute to improved growth. Feeding a DFM containing live, beneficial bacteria helps maintain this balance for optimum animal health and performance.
As mankind has become increasingly aware of health matters and has strived for longevity and all around better health, many companies have begun manufacturing Microbial Inoculants for humans and animals alike. This process involves the fermentation of organic material in order to produce a complex cell structure of bio-catalytic micro-organisms. Understandably, the process of developing beneficial microbials is very scientific and labor intensive. The majority of these companies offer Microbial Inoculants in powder form or capsules that must be taken as a supplement. The drawback to taking Microbials in this form is that unless consumed frequently, the benefits of microbials can be short term. Ask about Microbials at your local health store. You may be surprised at what is available.
How are Microbials used in MY-CHAMPS?
- The ingredients and the microbials used in MY-CHAMPS have been specially engineered to work together in order to achieve the best possible result in your dog's digestive system.
- After incubation, the microbials used in MY-CHAMPS are dehydrated and rendered dormant. When consumed by your dog, these micro-organisms are "reactivated" and can begin working immediately on your dog's digestive tract, fighting off harmful bacteria.
- Many processed foods lose vital vitamins and nutrients during production. This is not the case with MY-CHAMPS. The specially engineered microbials, vitamins and other essential ingredients are added to MY-CHAMPS ONLY AFTER it has completed the drying process. This extra step maximizes the effectiveness of these microbials on your dog's digestive system.
- Because these microbials are present in every serving your dog enjoys, it does not take long to cleanse your dog's system and build a lasting defensive barrier which is vital to your dog's health.
What is the current status of DFMs with the Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA)?
The use of Microbials are approved by the FDA. Microbial inoculates are used to replace beneficial organisms, restore balance and keep potential pathogens under control. These organisms are known to produce digestive enzymes, B-vitamins and to produce natural antibodies.
In 1989, the United States FDA required manufacturers to use the term direct-fed microbials instead of probiotics. Members of the National Feed Ingredients Association (NFIA) developed the statement which defines DFMs as "a source of live (viable) naturally-occurring micro-organisms". This statement has been approved by the FDA.
Increasing evidence now indicates that the microbial world is largely in symbolic partnership with more complex life form and that diseases may be related more to an organism's inability to resist illness than to the actual presence of a particular microbe.
Health is much more wisely maintained than simply repaired once lost. Nutrition is a cornerstone to prevention and provides a significant tool in optimizing health. In keeping with this philosophy, MY-CHAMPS represents a significant advance in microbial nutrition. We show actual microbial count on all products. The vitamins and micro-organisms are not subject to heat during manufacturing.
These organisms currently used in MY-CHAMPS are approved by the FDA for use in direct-fed microbials.
Lactobacillus:
acidophilus
lactis
Streptococcus:
lactis
Bacillus:
subtilis
MY-CHAMPS is formulated to be nutritionally 100% complete and balanced. It has been formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO dog food profile for growth and reproduction. Complete feeding information is included with each product.
