Question

The probiotic drinks such as 'Yakult' contains healthy bacterial suspension. They are used for boosting the immune system and strengthening the digestive systems. The mechanisms by which they do it might be by?

• A. By generating antibody against them
• B. By generating toxins which kill other bacteria
• C. They divide in the gut faster and replace the existing harmful bacteria
• D. They eat the harmful bacteria

Answer 1

The correct option is B By generating toxins which kill other bacteria

Probiotics are live organisms intended to provide health benefits when consumed, generally by improving or restoring the gut flora (microorganisms present in the gut). Yakult is a delicious probiotic fermented milk drink that contains exclusive L.casei strain. Probiotics, when entered into the body generates toxins which help in the elimination of other harmful bacteria.

Thus, the correct answer is 'By generating toxins which kill other bacteria.'