ATRANTIL (pronounced AH-TRAN-TEAL) is one of the latest supplements available in Canada for managing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Recent research indicates that gas-producing bacteria in the small intestine can contribute to bloating and abdominal discomfort.
For many years, the medical community focused on easing abdominal discomfort by targeting the colon, while the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract was largely overlooked as a potential source of these symptoms. Previously, doctors believed this area was nearly sterile and free from bacteria. However, the slow movement of undigested food through the intestines allows bacteria to linger longer and feed on the starches we consume. As these starches break down, they create an ideal environment for certain types of bacteria and archaea to thrive, which produce methane or hydrogen sulfde as byproducts. These gases can lead to bloating, abdominal discomfort, and changes in bowel habits such as constipation, diarrhea, or a combination of both.
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ATRANTIL naturally breaks the cycle of digestive discomfort, providing daily support for bloating, abdominal discomfort, constipation, diarrhea, or both. Composed of three polyphenols—Quebracho Colorado, Horse Chestnut, and Peppermint—ATRANTIL is scientifically backed and clinically proven to help alleviate IBS symptoms.
Peppermint Leaf Peppermint, a natural polyphenol, is known for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties and ability to boost the immune system. ATRANTIL uses whole leaf extract of peppermint (not just oil) to briefly relax the small intestine, soothing inflammation in the gut. This relaxation allows the other two ingredients—quebracho and horse chestnut—to work more effectively.
Quebracho Extract There are over 15 species of quebracho trees, but only a select few have medicinal uses. Quebracho Colorado is the most beneficial for gut-related issues. ATRANTIL utilizes the polyphenols from Quebracho Colorado, which are macromolecules and among the most stable polyphenols in nature.
Quebracho Colorado acts as a "hydrogen sink," absorbing excess hydrogen in the small intestine and reducing the production of methane or hydrogen sulphide by archaebacteria. Additionally, it compromises the lipid bilayer of archaebacteria by binding to and disrupting their cell walls, allowing horse chestnut to perform its function effectively. As a polyphenol, quebracho is rich in antioxidants and possesses anti-inflammatory properties. In the colon, it breaks down and functions as both a prebiotic and postbiotic.