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Probiotics: Supplements
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[T]he term probiotics is defined as a live microbial supplement that beneficially affects the host by improving its microbial balance. In other words, probiotics provide benefits by improving the health of the host by positively affecting the intestinal tract.
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Although probiotics are commonly used in Asia and Europe, the Western World remains skeptical, requiring massive studies and legislation. This may not be entirely a bad thing since an independent testing lab found that eight out of 25 probiotic supplements tested contained less than 1% of either the number of live bacteria claimed on the label or the expected minimum of 1 billion.
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