My Research on Probiotics

So I don't know if any of this will be helpful to you, but lately, I've noticed a huge hype surrounding probiotics. Commercials for them being in yogurts, cereal bars and other foods. What I wanted to know is: what is a probiotic, what makes it so healthy and why should I eat it?

Here is the most basic elements of what I found.

When you see "live cultures" on a product, that's a probiotic. Probiotics are live microorganisms that are "good bacteria" because they can support general wellness and prevent diseases.

These types of bacteria help your body build up a stronger immune system which is what helps prevent future illenesses.

You don't have to eat probiotics in your food. There are also probiotic supplements you can take.

Probiotics are also said to have therapeutic effects for individuals with bowel problems, as well as anti-carcinogenic effects on the colon.

Scientifically, much more testing needs to be done on probiotics and the effect it has on the human body. But for now, research says that they cannot hurt you if you consume them.

What do you know about probiotics? Do you plan to actively seek out foods with probiotics?

posted @ Wednesday, August 12, 2009 9:35 PM

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# re: My Research on Probiotics

Left by Anna M at 8/13/2009 11:57 AM
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I"m a huge fan of probiotics, and I take them in a supplement called Flora Source Multi-Probiotic. Flora Source contains 16 probiotic strains and 16 billion live cells per serving. Different probiotic strains target different areas of the body and provide different health benefits, so going multi-strain with your supplement can be really beneficial. You also want to look for potency in products - the more potent the better - and look for billions of cells per serving.

Probiotics not only aid digestion and issues like diarrhea, constipation, gas and bloating, but they also communicate with immune cells, thereby supporting our immune system. Probiotics also support a healthy intestinal lining, which is constantly exposed to potentially hazardous external stimuli, helping protect the rest of the body.
- Anna M
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