Probiotics are live microbial organisms that are naturally present mainly in the digestive tract.
Probiotics are beneficial and are sometimes referred to as "friendly" bacteria.
Some of the ways they promote good health include :
* suppressing the growth of potentially harmful bacteria
* improving immune function
* enhancing the protective barrier of the digestive tract
* helping to produce vitamin K.
Probiotics supplements may be used for ;
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Diarrhea Due to Antibiotic Use
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Traveler's Diarrhea
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Side Effects of Radiation Therapy
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Vaginal Yeast Infections
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Ulcerative Colitis
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Crohn's Disease
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Immune Support
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Lactose Intolerance
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Prevention of Colds
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Allergic Rhinitis / Hayfever
* Leaky Gut ( Intestinal Permeability )