By now you might have heard of probiotics. But what exactly are they and why are they good for you? The bacteria found in some foods-the live cultures in yogurt, for example-are probiotics, which help balance the microbes in your intestines. These friendly bacteria have long been credited with easing bloating, gas and other uncomfortable issues. Now mounting evidence suggests that probiotics confer additional health benefits including fighting off cold, improving heart health- and ending emergency pit stops. "As more researchers test the various strains, the scientific data backing probiotics grows," says Mary Ellen Sanders, Ph.D., a consultant who helps food companies develop accurate health claims about good-for-you bacteria.
Posted on: Wed, 25 Sep 2013 16:52:51 +0000
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