Probiotics (which means "for life") Is a type of good bacteria. These organisms live in the intestines and have health benefits, although the evidence is not certain. Several studies have shown that foods or formula containing probiotics can prevent and treat chronic or acute diarrhea in children, which may be associated with antibiotic use.
The strongest evidence suggests probiotics can prevent or improve viral gastroenteritis, strengthen the immune system, and fight infections that can cause diarrhea. In a study of 326 children aged 3-5 years in a child care center for 6 months, single and combined probiotics (2 times a day for 6 months) reduced the incidence of fever by 53% and 72.7% in 2 groups receiving probiotics. , compared to a control or placebo group; cough decreased by 41.4% and 62.1% in both treatment arms, and the incidence of runny nose decreased by 28.2% and 58.5%, respectively.
Ongoing research will show the role of probiotics in children, but if your child has diarrhea, it is better to consult a doctor first about the use of these organisms. The benefits of probiotics will only be felt as long as the probiotics are consumed.
Probiotics come in many forms. Many infant formulas contain probiotics. Some dairy products such as yogurt and kefir also contain probiotics, as well as miso, tempeh, and soy drinks. Probiotic supplements (powder, capsule) are sold in pharmacies; but doctors are still debating the proper use of these commercial probiotics, such as what dosage is most effective, how often should it be consumed, can probiotics be used to prevent or manage certain health conditions?
To date, there is insufficient evidence on the benefits of giving probiotics in seriously ill children, or data to recommend the routine use of formula milk. Foods that contain probiotics are safe for most children, although they can cause mild bloating in some cases. If a product such as a probiotic supplement is exposed to heat or humidity, the good bacteria can be killed and the product will be rendered useless. For now, if you are interested in trying probiotics, consult your doctor first.
Some doctors recommend giving children prebiotics instead of probiotics. If probiotics are live bacteria, prebiotics are components of food that are not digested (such as complex sugars and fiber). Prebiotics help the growth of good bacteria in the intestines, thereby increasing the number of good bacteria and also suppressing the growth of unhealthy pressure. Prebiotics can also decrease inflammation in the gut and stimulate calcium absorption.
Breast milk is a great source of prebiotics, as well as foods like bran, nuts, barley, herbs like asparagus, spinach, onions, and fruits like berries and bananas.
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