Health professionals sometimes recommend nutritional supplements that contain a variety of species of bacteria to promote good digestive health. The product label for one of these supplements is shown.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 packet (3.39)
Servings per Container: 7
Amount Per Serving % DV
Calories
8
Calories from fat
0
Total Carbohydrate
29
<1%
Dietary Fiber
29
8%
Soluble Fiber
20
FOS (fructooligosaccharide)
2,000mg
Proprietary Probiotic Blend
Bifidobacterium bifidum (Bd-02)
84.5 billion
Lactococcus lactis (U-23)
32.5 billion
** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
- Daily Value not established
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Why does this type of bacteria-filled supplement benefit human health instead of causing illness?
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US 9:16