Biology: Concepts and Investment (Comprehensive Instructor's)
Biology: Concepts and Investment (Comprehensive Instructor's)
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Author: Hoefnagels
Publisher: MCG
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(a)

Summary Introduction

To determine:

Do the bacteria in the probiotics survive through the mouth, stomach and small and large intestine.

Concept introduction:

Probiotics are live microbes like bacteria and yeast that are taken as supplements to boost ones health. They improve the natural biota of bacteria in the human gut and also improve the functioning of the digestive system. They are known to improve the immune system too.

(b)

Summary Introduction

To determine:

Do probiotics promote health.

Concept introduction:

Probiotics are live microbes like bacteria and yeast that are taken as supplements to boost ones health. They improve the natural biota of bacteria in the human gut and also improve the functioning of the digestive system. They are known to improve the immune system too.

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