Nutrition & Food Sciences

Probiotics & Prebiotics

Live microbial feed supplements that have beneficial effects on the host by improving its intestinal microbial balance. Probiotics aids absorption of minerals, especially calcium, due to increased intestinal acidity and production of β- D-galactosidase enzymes that break down lactose. Colon cancer – Certain probiotics (Lactobacillus   bulcaricus) may help prevent colon cancer by preventing the breakdown of enzymes (β- glucuronidase) which contribute to the growth of cancer causing agents. Prebiotics are the alternate to the probiotics. They are the Non digestible food substance that beneficially affects the host by selectively stimulating the growth or activity of one or few number of bacteria in the colon that can improve health of the host. They enhance the density of the bone and calcium absorption, suppress appetite, reduce the risk of intestinal infections, and promote regular bowel moments.