Benefits of Probiotics

What are Probiotics?

Probiotics are yeasts and bacteria that are live. These microorganisms are good for your digestive system. Probiotics are considered "good" or "helpful" bacteria and establish a healthy flora within the gut.

How can probiotics beneficial?

Probiotics help balance the good and bad bacteria within the gut to help promote great digestive health.
- Research has shown that probiotics can be helpful in the treatment or prevention of:
  - Diarrhea
  - Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  - Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
  - Crohn's Disease
  - Vaginal Infections
  - Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)

If you have any questions or wanting to know which probiotic may be beneficial for you, please contact your PCP.

You Might Also Enjoy...

Which Type of Birth Control Is Right for You?

Are you confused about the many types of birth control available and how they work? Our family medicine specialist shares insight regarding today’s birth control options and the benefits of each.

What Goes into Geriatric Care?

Are you finding it difficult to help manage the many health concerns of an aging relative? Or have your own medical needs changed since you left your 40s and 50s behind? Learn about the many benefits of geriatric care.

Achieve the Body You've Always Wanted with Our Weight Management Program

Is the number on the scale stressing you out? Find out how our weight management program can give you all the tools you need to lose weight and keep it off for good.

Benefits of Green Tea

Check out some reasons to add green tea into your daily regimen!

Importance of Proper Handwashing

Click here to find out more about the proper handwashing technique and why it is important

Examples of Carcinogens in Our Everyday Lives

Check this out! Below are some common carcinogens how they may affect the body and how we can work to reduce exposure.