Probiotics are actually friendly bacteria and good yeast. Over thousands of years our bodies and probiotics have developed a mutually beneficial relationship. The probiotic bacteria can't live without us - and we can't live without the probiotics!
Scientists have only recently discovered how they can harness the power of these pint-sized probiotics. Probiotic supplements are now available in probiotic pills and powders. You can also make your own whole foods probiotics with fermented foods. You can also make your own probiotic drinks.
Here is a partial list of what probiotics do for you:
You might be surprised to learn there are well over 500 different types of probiotics that are native to your body...and scientists are only just starting to understand the true complexity and impact of healthy bacteria on our health.