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Probiotics

These are living beneficial microorganisms found in the GI tract that help in fighting other microorganisms that are harmful and infectious. Scientifically, a newborn is exposed to these microorganisms during delivery triggering its body to start producing them. They are also obtained from eating fresh fruits, some types of yogurt and also from supplements in the form of tablets.

While taking care of your child, you will have to make sure he has a strong immune system by ensuring that you provide him or her foods that are rich in probiotics.In this section, you will learn more about scientific uses of probiotics and their importance.

April 21, 2018May 1, 2020

Health Issues - Toddler

Why Your Child Is Constipated and How to Treat It

Just like adults, children sometimes feel constipated too. According to research, “Constipation is typically characterized by lack of periodicity in defecating, bulky stools and difficulty or pain during defecation. Constipation is one of the ten most frequent problitalics that a general pediatrician deals with, accounting for 25% of referrals to

Research Findings

Prebiotics and Probiotics Ensure Infant Growth and Promote Gut Health

Breastfed infants are better protected against infections than formula-fed infants. Why? Because breast milk stimulates the development of bifidobacteria in the baby’s gut, and this bifidobacterium-rich microbiota has an important immunoprotective effect.