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What are probiotics? give examples.

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Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are thought to be beneficial in preventing several health conditions. They are usually consumed as supplements or yoghurts and are also referred to as “good bacteria.”. The probiotics are beneficial in the following ways:
  • Stronger immune system
  • Improved digestion
  • Increased energy from production of vitamin B12
  • Better breath because probiotics
  • Healthier skinReduced cold and flu
  • Healing from leaky gut and inflammatory bowel disease
  • Weight loss

The differnet types of Friendly Bacteria includes Lactobacillus acidophilus ,Lactobacillus bulgarius
Lactobacillus reuteri etc.

They are available to our body by consuming probiotics like Kefir, yoghurt, raw cheese etc

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