Why are the probiotics in Vita-Yo home made yoghurt particularly useful?
There are many different probiotic bacteria, but only a few are strong enough to make the journey through your digestive system to deliver health benefits. The two most common are Lactobactillus acidophilus and bifidobacteria (or bifidus) – both known as ‘friendly bacteria’. Lack of the acidophilus culture is strongly believed to increase the likelihood of yeast overgrowths, chronic infections, poor digestion of our food, and fatigue. A low level of this culture can be caused by poor diet as well as the effects of antibiotics. Antibiotics can destroy the natural and friendly bacteria within our digestives systems and it is vital that we keep this aspect of our system in balance, replenishing our stocks by eating a portion of live yoghurt daily. Bifidus is part of the ABC culture range (Acidophilus, Bifidus and Casei) and is believed to have a similar role to acidophilus in helping create a healthy and efficient environment within the intestinal tract. This is thought to promote the gro
