What are prebiotics and probiotics?

The human gastrointestinal tract houses roughly 100 trillion microorganisms (good bacteria). These microorganisms make up ...
University of California

Probiotics and prebiotics: hype or health?

Consumers may have noticed a recent trend in food and beverage products labeled probiotic or prebiotic. The products often say they “support a healthy gut” or “boost your immune system” by providing ...
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I Tried A Parasite Cleanse To Clear Up My Acne

Holistic beauty dares have somewhat become my middle name, as I’ve tried insane new age beauty hacks that probably would make most people’s head spin. But while I’ve investigated DIY probiotic skin ...
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Probiotics: What really works? VSL’s Dr. Wijetilaka breaks down the facts

I asked expert Dr. Ruvini Wijetilaka, MD, to answer our probiotic questions, dispel the myths, and break down the facts. The ...
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The Unexpected Ingredient That's A Good Source Of Probiotics

Looking to boost your gut health? Along with creaminess, this unexpected ingredient is a good source of probiotics and may ...
Poultry World

Spore outgrowth in probiotics: Why speed matters

As poultry producers continue to shift away from antibiotic growth promoters (AGPs), the role of probiotics in maintaining ...