Naturally occurring micro-organisms that can be good for your health. They’re added to foods, especially yoghurt. Studies show certain probiotics can help you fight colds, diarrhoea and more. But those aren’t always the ones in your food.
STEP 1
Know names
Most companies list only the genus and species of a strain. That’s like a restaurant serving “fish” without saying what kind it is.
Your move: Choose products that include the full names (genus, species, strain) of their probiotics. Chances are, more research is available about the benefits, which