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April 26, 2021

What are the benefits of Probiotic ?

Probiotics are live microorganisms promoted with claims that they provide health benefits when consumed, generally by improving or restoring the gut flora. Probiotics are considered generally safe to consume, but may cause bacteria-host interactions and unwanted side effects in rare cases. There is little evidence that probiotics bring the health benefits claimed for them.

The most common fermented foods that naturally contain probiotics, or have probiotics added to them, include yogurt, kefir, kombucha, sauerkraut, pickles, miso, tempeh, kimchi, sourdough bread and some cheeses, Custard apples , Bananas, Watermelon, grapefruit, .

Probiotics Benefits:-

Help Balance The Friendly Bacteria in Your Digestive System :- Probiotics are live microorganisms. When taken in sufficient amounts, they can help restore the natural balance of gut bacteria. As a result, health benefits may follow.

Improve Some Mental Health Conditions :- Research shows taking probiotics may help improve symptoms of mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, stress and memory, among others.

Help Keep Your Heart Healthy :- Probiotics may help protect the heart by reducing “bad” LDL cholesterol levels and modestly lowering blood pressure.

Reduce the Severity of Certain Allergies and Eczema :- Probiotics may reduce the risk and severity of certain allergies, such as eczema in infants. However, more research is needed.

Help Reduce Symptoms of Certain Digestive Disorders :- Probiotics may help reduce the symptoms of bowel disorders like ulcerative colitis, IBS and necrotizing enterocolitis.

Help You Lose Weight and Belly Fat :- Certain probiotics may help you lose weight and belly fat. However, other strains have been linked to weight gain.

Boost Your Immune System :- Probiotics may help boost your immune system and protect against infections.

You can get probiotics from a variety of foods or supplements. as tablets, capsules and powders that contain the bacteria in dried form.

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