How Gut Bacteria Can Help You: 12 Problems Probiotics Can Solve - Paperback

by Indira N. Otoj (Author)

What you don't know about bacteria could change your life - and your health - forever. Learn what probiotics can (and can't) do for you. Bacteria used to be a dirty word. Literally! We've all grown up to fear dangerous bacteria like E. Coli, Streptococcus, and Salmonella with good reason. But what about the bacteria already inside your body? After all, not all bacteria are "bad" - but what are "good" bacteria and what do they do for you? That's where probiotics come in. You've likely heard of probiotics, especially regarding your health. But what are these supposedly "good bacteria" and how do they affect your health? That is the question that researcher Indira N. Otoj answers in How Gut Bacteria Can Help You: 12 Problems Probiotics Can Solve. This short, no-nonsense guide de-mystifies probiotics (literally "supporting living organism") and offers scientific evidence of how and why they are important for good health and wellbeing. With this guide, you'll learn: - What is the difference between good and bad bacteria?- What role probiotics do take in maintaining a healthy weight?- How can probiotics help in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?- How do bacteria factor in anxiety, stress, and depression management?- Are there possible side-effects of probiotic use in your daily life?- And more!Otoj breaks down the science behind the hype and teaches you the basics of how - and why - bacteria are crucial for your health. With this deep dive into 17 scientific studies and fact-based evidence, you'll discover exactly what probiotics can do for you. We all want to be healthy and the human body is incredibly complex. Arm yourself with the right knowledge to live better, feel better, and be more informed about your health.