Beneficial Effects

Probiotics are beneficial microorganisms found naturally throughout your body and especially in your digestive system. They are sometimes called live cultures or “good” bacteria because they help keep your intestinal bacteria balanced. One way is by protecting against other types of bacteria that cause disease or illness. When too many “bad” bacteria are in the gut, probiotics can help fight them off to rebalance the gut.

One of the most common is Lactobacillus, which can help support the immune system, healthy blood sugar levels, digestion and may help prevent yeast infections.

Another species, Bifidobacterium, is often used to manage symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), while also being beneficial for mental health and addressing eczema in infants.