Probiotic (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun
  1. a food, usually dairy, or a dietary supplement containing live bacteria that replace or add to the beneficial bacteria normally present in the gastrointestinal tract: This chewable probiotic is packed with 10 billion live cultures.
  2. a bacterium in a food or dietary supplement that replaces or adds to the beneficial bacteria normally present in the gastrointestinal tract: The probiotic in this product is a close cousin of brewer's yeast.
adjective
  1. being or relating to a food or dietary supplement containing live bacteria that replace or add to the beneficial bacteria normally present in the gastrointestinal tract: The doctor recommended a probiotic yogurt drink for my stomach problems.
noun
  1. a harmless bacterium that helps to protect the body from harmful bacteria
  2. a substance that encourages the growth of natural healthy bacteria in the gut
adjective
  1. of or relating to probiotics
Probiotic (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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