Create a concept map/or visual display of your choice to highlight the key information about Probiotics.

Sources of Probiotics

Probiotics

Conditions Treated or Prevented

Definition: Live microorganisms that provide health benefits when consumed in adequate amounts.

Common types: Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, Saccharomyces boulardii, etc.

Yogurt

Kefir

Fermented Food (Kimchi, Sauerkraut

Probiotic Supplements

Mechanisms of Action

Health Benefits

Immune system support

Digestive health improvement

Potential mental health benefits

Management of antibiotic-associated diarrhea

Competitive exclusion of harmful bacteria

Modulation of the immune system

Production of antimicrobial substances

Enhancement of gut barrier function

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Diarrhea (traveler's diarrhea, antibiotic-associated diarrhea)

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Urogenital infections in women

Allergies

Factors Influencing Probiotic Efficacy

Dosage

Viability (live cultures)

Strain specificity

Duration of use

Prebiotics

Found in: Garlic, onions, bananas, asparagus, etc.

Definition: Non-digestible fibers that promote the activity of beneficial gut bacteria.

Fermentation

Key in the production of fermented foods and beverages.

Process where bacteria convert sugars into acids or alcohol.