Monday Wellness Reflection

For my Monday Wellness project, I chose probiotics because I'm personally fascinated with the role that these bacteria play in human anatomy and physiology. Over the past few years, more and more research has been done to prove the health benefits of consuming probiotics. The word “probiotic” is actually made up of two Greek words: “pro,” which means promotion of and “biotic,” which means life. Probiotics are microorganisms of over five hundred different types of bacteria that work by enhancing the immunes system to fight off disease and illness.

There are many ways to obtain a healthy dose of probiotics. Probiotic milk is milk that has probiotics added to it, as it isn't a characteristic source of probiotics. Other dairy items that are fermented, for example, yogurt and buttermilk, contain probiotics. Most soy and almond milk brands don't have critical measures of probiotics. On the other hand, there are brands of both that are absolutely filled with probiotics. Simply search for "probiotics" on the name or any reference to live societies. That is a decent sign that the item has been strengthened with probiotics. One of the best ways to consume probiotics is through consuming yogurt. It has great microscopic organisms like lactobacillus or bifidobacteria. Search for labels to make sure your most loved brand of yogurt is a rich wellspring of probiotics. Other great sources are sauerkraut, miso soup, matured, delicate cheeses (like Gouda), and even sourdough bread. The basic element of every one of these foods is fermentation, a procedure that creates probiotics.

Going through the human digestive tract can be extremely trying for probiotic microscopic organisms. The high corrosive levels in the stomach and pancreatic discharges, for example, digestive compounds and bile in the small digestive system can prompt digestive issues. Albeit some microscopic organisms are more safe than others to this anxiety, utilization of probiotics with sustenance, including milk, yogurt and other dairy items, cushions stomach corrosive and can expand the chance that the microorganisms will make due into the digestive system. Eating yogurt may help with specific sorts of diarrhea. By renewing the great microscopic organisms that may have been lost, yogurt can help bring the bad microbes back in balance. On the other hand, in the event that you have fever, stomach torment or swelling, or the runs keeps going more than a few days, yogurt is probably unable to help you then.

Yogurt is essentially refined milk or cream to which you can include sweeteners, natural product purees or fresh fruits. When you make your own yogurt at home, you have control over the ingredients, which means you can modify the sweetness to your preferring, utilizing nectar, maple syrup, sugar or another sweetener of your choice. It is overall much healthier than most store-bought yogurts. Although there is nothing specific in yogurt that gives people energy, it is still a great source of lean protein and calcium.

Although I learned a great deal about probiotics by doing this project, I felt that my execution was poor due to lack of rehearsal. Overall, I would give myself a 7.5 out of 10. Regardless, I'm glad that I chose probiotics as my topic because it affects so many aspects of our anatomy. Who knew yogurt (homemade, of course) could be so beneficial towards our health?