Define Probiotics-The word 'Probiotic' is a Greek word and it means "for life7'. It refers to microorganisms and their 'culture products, which contribute lo the intestinal microbial balance, thus benefiting the host by protecting against disease or improvising its nutrition. It is well known that probiotics, like
lactobacillus, assist in the digestion of lactose, inactivate toxins, bind cancer causing chemicals, modulate the gut flora and reduce cholesterol absorption in the gut