Probiotics, Prebiotics and Health!

Lets talk Probiotics, Prebiotics and Health. Now antibiotics are good at destroying disease causing bacteria but did you know that they also destroy what we call "the body's good bacteria" or "flora" which are very important for your overall health (so it's a win and loose situation) and this is where probiotics come in!

Probiotics are living micro organisms that are beneficial for our body when ingested in sufficient amounts.

What do they do!?

• They reinforce the urinary system

• Aid in digestion of foods that have not been digested by the GIT such as carbs, fats, and also fiber

Where can I get this from!? Foods rich in Bifido bacteria and Bacillus such as

1. Yoghurt

2. Soybean and Soybean milk

3. Garlic

4. Cheese/ Raw milk cheese

5. Bifido yoghurt

are top picks to replace your good bacteria.

Probiotics, Prebiotics and Health!

Now because Prebiotics are the foods that this probiotics feed on, it is important to involve them in your diet for the overall health of your Digestive system in particular and you know the saying healthy stomach, healthy body!

Sources of probiotic foods are

1. Honey

2. Banana

3. Tomato

4. Wheat

5. Garlic

6. Chicory

7. Asparagus

8. Sugar beet

9. Onion

10. Milk

11. Fruits and Vegetables

12. Breast milk (very important in reinforcing the Gut for new borns)

You can always eat the 2 sources separately or you might try joining for an easier consumption (example putting honey in soy bean milk).

I hope this helps you find the Prebiotics and probiotic to take along side. In case of allergy to any source try other sources ( you clearly won't be allergic to all right :) )

So,

1. Avoid abusing the use of antibiotics

2. Take yoghurt or other probiotic sources after an antibiotic treatment to replace good bacteria lost

3. Incorporate prebiotic foods alongside probiotic foods for a symbiotic effect

That was its about Probiotics, Prebiotics and Health!

Any worries or questions!? Be sure to leave me a message :)