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probiotic pro or con
by juana052, Jun 25, 2009 08:16AM
what is probiotic ? Have had colon surgery had 26 in. removed am having trouble with bowel movements. i do all the fiber required still no help was told to like in to probiotic. where can i find it?
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54
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Male
Weight
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224
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none
Medical Conditions
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colon surgery
Doctor's Answer
by Sandra Y, RPh, Jun 25, 2009 10:36AM
, Jun 25, 2009 10:36AM
Probiotics are bacteria that help maintain the natural balance of organisms (microflora) in the intestines. The normal human digestive tract contains about 400 types of probiotic bacteria that reduce the growth of harmful bacteria and promote a healthy digestive system. The most common probiotic bacteria in the intestine is lactic acid bacteria (Lactobacillus acidophilus), and is found naturally in yogurt
Probiotics are also available as dietary supplements. You can go to www.drugstore.com and type probiotic in the search bar to find the various ones available.
Probiotics are also available as dietary supplements. You can go to www.drugstore.com and type probiotic in the search bar to find the various ones available.
