Probiotics are healthy or "good" bacteria that live in the digestive tract. They aid in digestion and produce vitamins for us. They also help keep "bad" bacteria in check. Studies have shown that probiotics aid in immune function. Individuals suffering from Crohn's disease, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, lactose intolerance and eczema may benefit from probiotics. Probiotics are also helpful when taking courses of antibiotics, or to reduce the risk of traveler's diarrhea during travel to underdeveloped countries.
Probiotics are often added to more yogurts, milk and cheese products. To get the most benefit from these foods, choose products that contain Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains.
Prebiotics are non-digestible carbohydrates that act as "food" for probiotics. Eating these foods helps probiotics (or "good" bacteria) to proliferate and remain in your digestive system, happily helping you process your food. A few examples of prebiotic foods include bananas, onions, artichokes, asparagus and garlic.
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