You’ve probably heard of antibiotics — the medications we use to fight off infections and illness. But do you know about probiotics? Probiotics are a supplement form of microflora — the good bacteria in our bodies. Microflora in the digestive system help the body synthesize vitamins, nutrients, and enzymes; they also help protect the digestive tract. These good bacteria help remove harmful substances from our food and our bodies. And they don’t just live in the digestive tract! Microflora can be found in the skin, the respiratory tract, and the urinary tract, too. What can influence microflora levels in the … Continue reading →