What is a probiotic?

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What is a probiotic? And is there any real benefit to drinking products like Yakult?

Category: asked January 13, 2014

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Probiotics are live bacteria, such as found in yogurt, kefir and other dairy products. Although more research is needed, this “good” bacteria is considered helpful for many conditions; probiotics might prevent problems with Candida if you’re on antibiotics for treatment of urinary tract infections, pneumonia, or sinus infections.

Yakult is a probiotic drink. It allegedly contains a patented lactobacillus. Assuming they follow all the good practices for producing food product, it should be non harmful.