What are Probiotics?

Probiotics are living microbes that when consumed can provide us with health benefits. They are usually bacteria that serve as good bacteria food, but there are certain types of yeasts also that function as probiotics and can improve the diversity of the gut microbiome.

You don’t need to be an expert in human anatomy to know that there is a close link between the brain and the gut. The feeling of “butterflies” in our stomach when we prepare to give a presentation, stress-induced stomach ulcers, emotional eating, and even our intuition showing up in the form of a “gut feeling”.

Anyone with an interest in his wellbeing will pay attention to his gut health. The term “gut” refers to the digestive system, especially the stomach and the intestines. Most of us think that the functions of the gut are limited to breaking down the foods we eat and converting them into energy and nutrients.