Probiotics are living microorganisms that contain beneficial bacteria or yeasts that support metabolism, nutrient absorption and the immune system. Often recommended by doctors to counteract gastrointestinal and other side effects of antibiotics, probiotics help restore the body?s balance of gut flora. By Sabah Karimi |
Probiotics are friendly bacteria which are crucial to maintaining good health. Without the proper balance of good bacteria in the intestines people start to experience a lack of vitality and suffer from common complaints like allergies, headaches, lack of energy, excessive fatigue, digestive disorders, along with a variety of emotional conditions from mild depression to mood swings and anxiety. |&&|Probiotics keep bad bacteria in check. By Diane Quinn |
Study after study from many of the most prestigious universities in the country support and advance the concept that probiotics are as important and basic to our health as a balanced diet and exercise. |
After a winter filled with commercials warning about germs' ill effects, it's easy to forget that many bacteria are beneficial to health. By Roon Frost |
Since strong digestion is fundamental for well-being and longevity, it's a mistake to ignore signs of indigestion. By Jolie Root |
Any idea what really goes on inside your lower intestines? You typically house more than 100 trillion live organisms, representing at least 400 different species of bacteria. By Betty Kamen, PhD |
Your gastrointestinal tract is home to millions of creatures that play a key role in digestion as well as overall health. By Lisa Petty, RHN, RNCP |
Aside from its job in digesting food and absorbing nutrients, the gut also acts as a barrier against the absorption of unhealthy, incompletely digested food molecules. By Gene Bruno MHS |
You can take a handful of nutritional supplements daily and eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, but without a properly functioning digestive system and adequate enzyme function, you simply will not absorb and assimilate the vitamins and minerals you consume. By Keri Marshall MS, ND |
Probiotics are supplements that contain bacteria and yeast that can help regulate one's body. Generally, the body has its own helpful bacteria, but there are times when a person may have a probiotic deficiency. By Lisa Bower |