@rosie60 - Probiotics are the ‘good’ bacteria your gut needs to stay balanced and healthy! They support digestion, nutrient absorption, and regularity. Some people get them from foods like yogurt, kefir, or fermented veggies, and others use supplements for extra support 😊

Hi @rosie60, and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. It is good to see you comment here.

I see @aa2025 has given you a great explanation answering your question asking about probiotics. I thought I’d chime in and provide a couple links that may help.
- What are probiotics? https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/an-introduction-to-probiotics
- Probiotics and prebiotics: What you should know https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/expert-answers/probiotics/faq-20058065

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