Q38.
Consider the following statements in respect of probiotics: 1. Probiotics are made of both bacteria and yeast. 2. The organisms in probiotics are found in foods we ingest but they do not naturally occur in our gut. 3. Probiotics help in the digestion of milk sugars. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer
C
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct: Probiotics are live microorganisms — both bacteria and yeasts can form an important part of the human mycobiome as probiotics. They can be found in yogurt and other fermented foods. Statement 2 is incorrect: Many microorganisms in probiotic products are the SAME as or SIMILAR to microorganisms that naturally live in our bodies. Statement 3 is correct: There is evidence that probiotics can alleviate symptoms of lactose intolerance through increased hydrolysis (breaking down) of lactose (milk sugar) in the dairy product and in the small intestine.