Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts naturally found in the digestive tract and can benefit the body. Probiotics can help these microbial communities in the gut and beyond, contributing to immunity, modulating the gut-brain axis, and supporting digestion.
Prebiotics
Prebiotics are compounds found in food and herbs that foster the growth or activity of beneficial microorganisms such as your body's natural flora. The most common environment for nourishment is the gastrointestinal tract, where prebiotics can feed helpful organisms in the gut microbiome.
Cognitive Microbiome
The gut-brain axis is a communication network that connects the brain and the gastrointestinal tract. It includes endocrine, humoral, metabolic, and immune routes of communication. The gut-brain axis allows the brain to influence intestinal activities and the gut to influence mood, cognition, and mental health.