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Published January 23, 2013, 06:00 AM

Health benefits of probiotic food

Some benefits of probiotic foods.

By: Herald Staff Report, Grand Forks Herald

Here are some of the benefits of probiotic food:

• Probiotic foods maintain a low pH level thereby reducing the risk of harmful bacteria invading the body.

• Bacteria in probiotic food support digestive function and are beneficial for intestinal health

• Eating live food regularly is the most effective way to restore the balance of intestinal bacteria called “flora.”

• Probiotics are highly beneficial for people suffering from yeast infections such as Candida.

• Prevents diarrhea, gastroenteritis and other bowel problems.

• Fight-off unfriendly bacteria that cause food poisoning and travelers’ stomach bugs.

• Supports the immune system to battle infection.

• Protects the urinary tract from infection.

• Helps to heal peptic ulcers.

• Help our body to face stress, high blood pressure and help lower cholesterol levels.

• Reduction in eczema.

• Reduction in mental illness.

• Reduces childhood allergies and asthma.

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