11 Ways Probiotics Help Improve Your Health (Infographic)

Bacteria has a bad reputation for causing diseases and wreaking havoc on our health. But did you know that our bodies actually contain more than 100 trillion bacteria? That’s more than 10 times the number of human cells we have in our bodies! Don’t get too worried, though, not all of that bacteria is considered “bad.”  

Probiotics are “good” living bacteria that help balance out the bad guys and keep our health in tip-top shape. Keeping an approximate 80/20 balance of “good” bacteria to “bad” bacteria helps support optimal gut health, improve digestion and boost our immune system.  

Over the years, there’s been more and more talk of probiotics and their amazing health benefits. It’s no surprise that sales in probiotic supplements have soared in recent years.

The infographic below outlines 11 top health benefits of probiotics (article continues below:

As you saw in the last section of the infographic above, probiotics are not titanium shields. They can be killed off by certain lifestyle factors. If you have every taken antibiotics, eat a poor diet, or live a high-stress lifestyle then you’re gut may be in serious danger. 

Not All Probiotics Are Created Equal

Research suggests up to 80% of probiotic brands are useless. The main reason probiotic supplements fail is because they’re weak. Typically, capsules and tablets can’t protect the sensitive cultures from harsh stomach acids. This means, the beneficial bacteria never reach your intestine, where they can benefit your health.

That’s why The Gut Health Project recommends Perfect Biotics.