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Could probiotics be the key to curing certain chronic illnesses?

Roxane Lindop

Probiotics are like tiny helpers that live in our bodies. They are good bacteria that help us stay healthy by fighting off bad bacteria. We can find probiotics in things like yogurt, kefir, pickles, and sauerkraut.

Some scientists think that probiotics could help people who have chronic illnesses. Chronic illnesses are health problems that last a long time and can't be cured with medicine. Examples of chronic illnesses are asthma, diabetes, and Crohn's disease.

When we take antibiotics, they kill both good and bad bacteria in our bodies. If we don't have enough good bacteria left, it can make us sick or even make our chronic illness worse. Probiotics can help put good bacteria back into our bodies.

There are some studies that show probiotics can help people with chronic illnesses. For example, one study found that people with Crohn's disease who took probiotics had fewer flare-ups. Another study found that people with type 2 diabetes who took probiotics had better control of their blood sugar levels.

Even though there are some promising studies, scientists are still trying to figure out if probiotics are a key to curing chronic illnesses. It's important to talk to your doctor before taking any probiotics or supplements. They can help you figure out if probiotics are safe for you and if they could help with your chronic illness.