It may come as a surprise to learn that there are any reasons to
love bacteria, but after poring through medical journals, I
found that there are at least 20 reasons to love probiotic
(health-supporting) bacteria. They include: 1. Digestion and
Nutrition Certain types of bacteria help ensure that food is
adequately broken down and that the nutrients are synthesized
and absorbed by the body. 2. Anti-Toxic Effects Probiotic
bacteria help to ensure that toxins are not absorbed into the
blood and at the same time, help keep harmful bacteria in check.
This aids gut and immune system health. Research by scientists
at the Osaka University School of Medicine found that certain
probiotics were effective in the treatment of nasal and sinus
symptoms linked to allergies. Published in International
Archives of Allergy and Immunology , the specific strains they
found to be effective include: Lactobacilli casei, Lactobacillus
paracasei, L. acidophilus, and Bifidobacterium longum. Research
conducted at the Yakult Central Ins