are probiotics good for you?

Answer 1

Yes. There is a large (and rapidly growing) body of scientific research that shows probiotic supplementation improves the health and function of the gut. A healthy gut is key to a healthy body. Many chronic diseases appear to have a gut component such as microfloral dysbiosis (an imbalance between good and bad organisms living in the gut).

There are more bacteria in your gut than cells in the body. The genetic material in these bacteria is estimated to be ten times more than the genetic material in your entire body's cells. The typical gut contains 400-500 different strains of bacteria. When the 'bad guys' become dominant (e.g. after use of antibiotics or acid-inhibitor drugs like Nexium, Prilosec, or Pepcid) or bacteria 'overgrowth' develops in the small intestine or stomach, then significant toxicity, nutrient depletion and inflammation can result.

Bacterial dysbiosis can lead to a 'leaky gut' that results in chronic absorption of toxins and allergens into the body. It can also lead to 'bacterial translocation' - a condition where bacteria enter the body and cause havoc in places like the liver, kidneys and joints.

Probiotic supplements may help to counter these serious imbalances.

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Answer 2

depends what u using it 4