Probiotics
Probiotic foods
In the nutrition and science world, probiotics are also sometimes referred to as “friendly bacteria.” Never thought you’d hear that, did you? Well, it’s true. There are millions of bacteria in the body, particularly in the intestine, that help with metabolic and biological functions. Probiotics are live microorganisms that are similar to these microorganisms found […]
Bifidus regularis
Bifidus regularis was specifically designed by Dannon Activa product line and is present in the line of yogurts and dairy drinks. It is a special probiotic strain of bacteria called bifidobacteria, which was purposely designed by the Dannon Company. This bacteria is specially chosen because it is able to survive through the digestive tract into […]
Prebiotics vs. Probiotics
Prebiotics are non-digestible dietary fiber that fosters ‘good’ bacteria that is living inside the colon, whereas Probiotics are living bacteria that are beneficial to the body. Prebiotics Prebiotic fiber is a naturally occurring substance and primarily derives from carbohydrate fibers known as oligosaccharides. Oligosaccharides are not digestible, and so they pass through the intestines unchanged. […]
Lactobacillus acidophilus
Lactobacillus acidophilus (L. acidophilus) is a friendly bacterium that normally lives in the digestive tract of all human beings. These friendly bacteria produce lactic acid which is very much needed by the human body. Lactobacillus acidophilus bacterium has beneficial effects on digestion and the overall health of human beings. In fact it is so beneficial […]
Probiotics supplements for children
We’ve all heard of antibiotics. The term is used most commonly to refer to beneficial microorganisms introduced into the body to fight some other, harmful microorganisms that make up illness. But with every reaction there is an equal and opposite reaction, and the same holds true for “biotics.” Just as there are antibiotics, there are […]
Brewer’s yeast benefits
In recent years, the number of health products and supplements which have been discovered has dramatically increased. This is primarily because many individuals from all walks of life are becoming more conscious about their health and nutrition. One of the most popularly used among these health products would be brewer’s yeast. A type of fungus, […]
Probiotic supplements
Probiotic supplements are great for enhancing digestive health. The human digestive system has hundreds if not millions of friendly bacteria that help to break down the foods that we eat and make essential nutrients accessible to the body. Sometimes these friendly bacteria need to be built back up to help maintain the health of the […]
