Difference between revisions of "Probiotics"
(→The benefits of Probiotics are) |
|||
| Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
==Special Precautions of Probiotics== | ==Special Precautions of Probiotics== | ||
==The benefits of Probiotics are== | ==The benefits of Probiotics are== | ||
| − | Probiotics are live microorganisms thought to be beneficial to the host organism. According to the currently adopted definition by FAO/WHO, probiotics are: "Live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host".[1] Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) and bifidobacteria are the most common types of microbes used as probiotics; but certain yeasts and bacilli may also be helpful. Probiotics are commonly consumed as part of fermented foods with specially added active live cultures; such as in yogurt, soy yogurt, or as dietary supplements. | + | Probiotics are live microorganisms thought to be beneficial to the host organism. According to the currently adopted definition by FAO/WHO, probiotics are: "Live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host".[1] Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) and bifidobacteria are the most common types of microbes used as probiotics; but certain yeasts and bacilli may also be helpful. Probiotics are commonly consumed as part of fermented foods with specially added active live cultures; such as in yogurt, soy yogurt, or as dietary supplements. Acidophilus is a group of probiotics known to improve digestion, nutrient absorption and reduce the risk of developing colon cancer, colorectal cancer and other diseases linked to an unhealthy colon microflora. Lactobacillus acidophilus is prepared in beverage form but it is also available in capsulated supplement form. |
[[Category:Treatments]] | [[Category:Treatments]] | ||
[[Category:Food Therapy]] | [[Category:Food Therapy]] | ||
Revision as of 12:04, 11 October 2011
Special Precautions of Probiotics
The benefits of Probiotics are
Probiotics are live microorganisms thought to be beneficial to the host organism. According to the currently adopted definition by FAO/WHO, probiotics are: "Live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host".[1] Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) and bifidobacteria are the most common types of microbes used as probiotics; but certain yeasts and bacilli may also be helpful. Probiotics are commonly consumed as part of fermented foods with specially added active live cultures; such as in yogurt, soy yogurt, or as dietary supplements. Acidophilus is a group of probiotics known to improve digestion, nutrient absorption and reduce the risk of developing colon cancer, colorectal cancer and other diseases linked to an unhealthy colon microflora. Lactobacillus acidophilus is prepared in beverage form but it is also available in capsulated supplement form.
