Probiotics
Most people do not realize there are both friendly and harmful bacteria. In fact, forms of healthy bacteria exist within the human body and digestive system to aid food breakdown and well-being. Some strains of bacteria present in the human digestive tract are linked to weight loss, immune functions, firmer skin, and other positive health benefits.
When used as dietary supplements, healthy bacteria functions as probiotics to keep the body functioning as it should. The helpful microorganisms target specific areas of the body for an overall improvement to physical and even mental conditions. Healthy bacteria are present in many common foods like yogurt, and probiotics become even more effective as ingredients in dietary supplements.
It is important not to confuse probiotics with prebiotics. Prebiotics act as dietary fibers to feed preexisting bacteria in the body.
Health benefits of probiotics
The makeup of good and bad bacteria in the body differs from person to person. The goal of probiotics is to alter the sum of gut bacteria so healthy microorganisms prevent harmful ones from multiplying. Probiotics reside within a person's digestive tract to potentially help prevent or cure the following health concerns:
- Digestive problems
- Diarrhea
- Urinary infections
- Autoimmune diseases
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Allergies and colds
- Skin conditions such as eczema
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