What are probiotics and their importance

Images: Canva According to Sarika Shah, MS, RD, Nutritionist, probiotics are living micoorganisms that we consume via fermented food or supplements.⁠

Images: Canva The most common groups include Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium⁠.

Images: Canva Probiotics help your gut flora perform many functions that are important for health (manufactures vitamins, including vitamin K and some of the B vitamins)⁠.

Images: Canva Studies suggest that probiotics can help cure antibiotic related diarrhea.

Images: Canva Some studies show that probiotics may improve heart health, immune function and symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Images: Canva Some studies show that probiotics may aid in weight loss and improved digestion⁠.

What are probiotics and their importance

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