What are some health benefits of Lactic Acid Bacteria?
Ingestion of lactic acid bacteria is proven to be healthy for most of the general population. Lactic acid bacteria are ingested into the human body primarily from milk products. Yogurt is beneficial to individuals who have a lactase-defeciency in there body. Lactic acid bacteria also help to reduce intestinal discomfort related to microbial activity. Milk products that are fermented with specific strands of bacterium also lead to a shorter intestinal transit time, this is especially helpful if constipation is a common problem. Lactic acid bacteria can also serve as a beneficial barrier to undesirable infectious bacteria that sometimes enter the intestinal tract. However, this barrier effect needs some further research and documentation. Also, under further consideration, is the effects of lactic acid bacteria stimulating intestinal microflora in animals with low microflora levels in their intestines. In conclusion, LAB is beneficial in the maintenance of good health and prevention of i
