Health talk: What are probiotics, which are considered most important for good digestion? You should also know..

You must have heard this saying, 'If the stomach is fine, then the health is fine'. It means that if attention is paid to digestive health, then the overall health can be kept good. To keep digestion healthy, it is important to have good gut health and for gut health to be good, the healthy bacteria present in the intestines must grow and keep doing their work properly.

To promote healthy bacteria present in the intestines, there has been an emphasis on increasing the amount of things containing probiotics in the diet.

Probiotics are those foods and health products that help promote the beneficial microorganisms present in your stomach. These microorganisms help in keeping the digestion of food right. There are many such foods and drinks in the diet that help keep digestion right by promoting these bacteria.

Probiotics are important for our overall health.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), probiotics are living microorganisms that provide health benefits by creating a balance in the human body. Trillions of microorganisms live inside our body, which are collectively called gut microbiota. This microbiota plays a major role in digestion, nutrient absorption, immunity, and mental health.

Probiotics are essential for maintaining good digestion.

Studies show that due to improper diet, stress, and increased use of antibiotics, these healthy bacteria present in the intestines are getting damaged. This is the reason why the risk of gas, indigestion, diarrhea, constipation, and many types of intestinal diseases has increased in people.

A report published in the Harvard Health Journal shows that if you regularly consume things containing probiotics, then it can reduce the risk of stomach diseases like irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease.

People who often have problems with gas, bloating, constipation, and indigestion are advised to increase the amount of probiotics in their diet.

Know these benefits too.

Probiotics are not only beneficial for keeping digestion right, but are also beneficial for the body in many other ways. It also helps in strengthening the body's immunity.

A study report published in the journal Frontier shows that probiotics improve the body's immune response, increasing the ability to fight viral and bacterial infections.

Probiotics have been found to help prevent respiratory infections and allergies.

Probiotics are also considered beneficial in reducing depression and anxiety.

Probiotics are also considered beneficial in reducing skin problems and eczema.

What things should be consumed for probiotics?

Good bacteria can be increased by including probiotics in the diet.

Curd, buttermilk, fermented foods (such as idli, dosa, kimchi) and some types of supplements can be included. However, keep in mind that it is better to get probiotics through diet.

Probiotics may not be suitable for everyone, especially those with weak immunity. Therefore, before consuming anything in excess, definitely consult a doctor.

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