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Probiotics
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Darrell Miller | 11/10/13 |
Date:
November 10, 2013 09:54 PM
Author: Darrell Miller
(dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Probiotics
What is Probiotics?
Probiotic are microorganisms that offer health benefits to the host. These types of microorganisms can be found in different foods. Probiotics play important roles in regulating proper digestion and intestinal function by balancing intestinal microflora. They are normally consumed in fermented foods that have live cultures such as yogurt. Probiotics are also available in supplement form such as chewable, liquid and capsules. There’re many different strains of probiotics in the world today. But the common ones are Bifid bacterium and Lactobacillus
These friendly bacteria have a number of important roles as listed below:
- Producing vitamins
- Improving your digestion
- Preventing the overgrowth of bad bacteria
- Detoxifying chemicals
- Relieving symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome
Bifidus and acidophilus are important bacteria that live naturally in your intestine. The two bacteria work together in order to balance your digestive system and also increase your immunity. Bifidus and acidophilus supply your body with essential nutrients and vitamins. They produce vitamins B, lactase enzyme, vitamins K. An effective dose should contain 10 billion colony forming units. They work together in order to improve immunity and decrease diarrhea & other digestive problems.
Sources of these microorganisms YougurtFresh & unpasteurized yogurt contains bifidus and acidophilus. Pasteurized milk and yogurt will not have these bacteria since the process kill them. Therefore, it is important to opt for those brands that have active and live cultures since they will provide a healthy dose of bacteria.
Acidophilus kefir and milkThis is supplemented or fermented milk that have cultures. Kefir is a type of fermented milk drink that is often found flavored or mixed with fruits. These are just a few sources of these microorganisms.
Conclusion
To sum up, taking a probiotic supplements everyday will promote a good health and also help you in preventing diseases. Nevertheless, not all probiotic supplements are made equally. They have different effect in your body.
References:
- www.medicalnewstoday.com
- www.mayoclinic.com
