What does a probiotic have?

What are probiotics?

Probiotics are live microorganisms that can contribute to supporting the health of both humans and animals.

The history of probiotics at a glance

Mankind long ago discovered, quite unknowingly, the benefits of consuming fermented beverages and foods.

One of the first associations associated with probiotics is certainly fermented products derived from milk. But after all, bread is also created through fermentation, as is beer.

How probiotics are made and what are their types

Some fermented products are based on intentionally added bacterial cultures, e.g. cheese and yogurt. Others are created by the microorganisms originally inhabiting them - examples include sauerkraut, kimchi. 

However, it is important to note that not every fermented food will automatically become a probiotic food (it will meet the definition of probiotics - the need, given enough probiotics, to support the health of the host). 

In addition, we may come across probiotics deliberately put together (with a specific therapeutic purpose) in the form of dietary supplements. Thus, these are ready-to-eat capsules, tablets, powders, or shots with a probiotic mixture.