Ebook: Probiotics For Dummies

Discover the pros of probioticsProbiotics are beneficial, live microorganisms (in most cases, bacteria) that are similar to those found naturally in the human intestine. Also known as "friendly" or "good" bacteria, probiotics are the cornerstone of any successful health program because they restore a healthy balance between friendly and bad bacteria in the intestinal tract, a balance that is critical for the health of the entire body. Probiotics are associated with treating everything from IBS to certain forms of cancer, allergies, eczema, and even the effects of aging. Probiotics For Dummies r.;Probiotics For Dummies; About the Author; Dedication; Acknowledgments; Contents at a Glance; Contents; Foreword; Introduction; About This Book; Conventions Used in This Book; What You're Not to Read; Foolish Assumptions; How This Book Is Organized; Icons Used in This Book; Where to Go from Here; Part I: Living in the Microbial World; Chapter 1: Getting a Handle on the True Nature of Bacteria; Exploring the History of Bacteria Theories and Practices; Looking at Bacteria and the Brain; Controlling Mood and Anxiety; Chapter 2: Looking at Bacterial Behavior in Your Body.