September 25, 2009
Stay in Tip Top Health Consume Beneficial Probiotics
Lactobacillus, a long word for probiotics, works in a routine but magnificent way. Bacteria, both good and bad are present constantly in our intestines, but sometimes they can get out of order. What happens next is, positive bacteria is destroyed along with the negative. This commonly occurs after a bout with the flu, an infection or diarrhea. In addition, the use of antibiotics shift the normal flora to an acidic one. But, by consuming foods or pills rich in the beneficial microorganisms, our digestive systems can return to normal functioning. Some foods which contain the live cultures needed for optimal health are, yogurt, cheese, certain juices, and fermented milk. Maintaining a daily ritual of eating these foods or products will go a long way in keeping us in tip top health.
