Description

Bifidobacterium is a genus of gram-positive, non-spore-forming rods that occur in high numbers in the human gut. They are a group of y-shaped bacteria found particularly in intestines and are considered very important for health. They typically make up less than 10% of the bacteria in the adult gut microbiome. They are often used as probiotics in supplements or certain foods, for their health benefits. The best way to increase bifidobacterium in the gut is by eating fiber-rich fruit, vegetables, nuts, whole-grains, seeds and fermented foods.

Health benefits

• Bifidobacterium helps to digest fiber and other complex carbs that help to reduce the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and other chronic disorders.⁽¹⁾
• It also helps to prevent infections from other bacteria like E. coli, by producing healthy chemicals that prevent toxins from passing into the blood.⁽¹⁾
• It makes 60% of all of the bacteria in the infant gut microbiome, that helps to digest the healthy sugars in breast milk, important for babies growth.It helps to control the immune system and also helps the gut wall stay intact in infants, preventing against infections.⁽¹⁾
• It can help to improve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), that include scramps, abdominal cramps and bloating.⁽¹⁾
• It can help reduce body mass index (BMI) and blood cholesterol in people with metabolic syndrome.⁽¹⁾