Probiotics Benefits Side Effects

What are Probiotics?

According to the Food and Agricultural Organization and WHO, probiotics are "Live microorganisms which, when administered in adequate amounts,confer a health benefit on the host".

There are about 400 types of probiotic bacteria in a normal human digestive tract alone. These bacteria play a vital role in keeping us healthy. The largest group of probiotic bacteria found in our body is Lactic Acid Bacteria, the same bacteria also found in yogurt.

Benefits of Probiotics

Experiments into the benefits of probiotic suggest a range of beneficial uses. Much of our understanding on the benefits of probiotics, however, is still in the experimental stage.

Probiotics are found to be especially beneficial during a course of antibiotics, as probiotics adds good bacteria that have been reduced by the intake of medication.

Side Effects of Probiotics

Probiotics are considered safe and probiotic dietary supplements are regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Probiotics' side effects, if any, tend to be mild and digestive.

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