Test 2: Prebiotics, Probiotics and fermented foods in meal planning

what prevents leaky gut syndrome

A diet with pre- and probiotic foods will help preserve the integrity of the small intestine and prevent leaky gut syndrome.

what can prebiotic typically be?

A prebiotic can typically be CHOs (oligosaccharides) and other insoluble fibers.

what is a probiotic

A probiotic is a live microorganism which, when consumed in adequate quantity, has an beneficial effect on the host.

why should food always be the preffered choice

DUE TO- There is a synergistic effect between components of foods and pro-biotic cultures. The natural buffering of stomach acid by food enhances the stability of the consumed pro-biotics. Dairy products containing pro-biotics provide a number of high quality nutrients including calcium, protein, bioactive peptides, and fatty acids. Incorporating foods containing pro-biotics into daily food choices can become a lifestyle habit and promote health while decreasing risk for disease.

what are fermented foods

Fermented foods are foods that have been through a process of lacto-fermentation in which natural bacteria feed on the sugar and starch in the food creating lactic acid. This process preserves the food, and creates beneficial enzymes, b-vitamins, omega-3 fatty acids, and various strains of pro-biotics.

side effects of prpbiotic supplements

In rare cases, pro-biotic supplements may cause bloating, diarrhea, abdominal pain. If taken in excess, pro-biotic supplements may cause infection that require medical attention. In individuals with on underlying disease or compromised immune system, pro-biotics could cause potential health problems such as skin rash, fever, bloody stools, etc. Pro-biotics may interact with immuno-suppressive drugs leading to life threatening conditions. Individuals taking these medications should consult their physician before taking the supplements.

what are some probiotic strains

L. acidophilus L. plantarum L. casei subspecies rhamnosus L. brevis L. delbreuckii subspecies bulgaricus Bifidobacterium species B. adolescentis B. bifidum B. longum B. infantis B. breve

Probiotic term coined in 1965 by

Lilly and Stillwell.

synbiotics

are combination of both pro and prebiotics

what are the most common type of microbes used in probiotic supplements

lactic acid bacteria

factirs affecting intestinal microecosystem

Antibiotics and other drug intake Microbial infections Diet (highly processed, low fiber foods) Chronic diarrhea Stress Chlorinated water Radiation and chemotherapy Colonic therapies for detoxification

what can affect gut microflora

Antibiotics, excessive alcohol intake, stress, exposure to toxic substances, and other diseases can affect the gut microflora.

what is a prebiotic

Prebiotics are non-digestible food ingredients that beneficially affect the host by selectively stimulating the growth and/or activity of one or a limited number of bacteria in the colon, and thus improve host health.

prebiotic help increase ..

Prebiotics help to increase the number and/or activity of beneficial bacteria in the gut.