Probiotics: A booster shot for your health

Probiotics are live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host. They help in maintaining a good gut health along with boosting immunity and prevent the growth of pathogenic microbes. Research has also shown that they can play an important role in modulating symptoms in various diseases and can act as an adjunct therapy in them. Although care must also be taken with some of the products with over promising results.