Frequently Asked Questions

1. What should I do to ensure growth of good bacteria in my gut?

Take more of fiber rich foods and fermented foods such as yoghurt. You can take probiotic supplements. Avoid sugary foods and processed foods.

2. Why does my doctor prescribe a lactobacillus tablet while giving oral antibiotics?

Antibiotics alter the bacterial flora ecosystem and might cause overgrowth of harmful bacteria. Lactobacillus supplement prevents this.

Published on Feb 23, 2017
Last Updated on Mar 22, 2018

Citations

Please use one of the following formats to cite this article in your essay, paper or report:

APA

Dr. Rachita Narsaria. (2018, March 22). Amazing Benefits of Gut Bacteria - Frequently Asked Questions. Medindia. Retrieved on May 20, 2022 from https://www.medindia.net/patientinfo/amazing-benefits-of-gut-bacteria-faqs.htm.
MLA

Dr. Rachita Narsaria. "Amazing Benefits of Gut Bacteria - Frequently Asked Questions". Medindia. May 20, 2022. <https://www.medindia.net/patientinfo/amazing-benefits-of-gut-bacteria-faqs.htm>.
Chicago
Dr. Rachita Narsaria. "Amazing Benefits of Gut Bacteria - Frequently Asked Questions". Medindia. https://www.medindia.net/patientinfo/amazing-benefits-of-gut-bacteria-faqs.htm. (accessed May 20, 2022).
Harvard
Dr. Rachita Narsaria. 2021. Amazing Benefits of Gut Bacteria - Frequently Asked Questions. Medindia, viewed May 20, 2022, https://www.medindia.net/patientinfo/amazing-benefits-of-gut-bacteria-faqs.htm.