Digestive Wellness: Strengthen the Immune System and Prevent Disease Through Healthy Digestion, Fourth Edition (28 page)

Heart

Normalize serum cholesterol and triglycerides

Support healthy blood pressure levels

Metabolic

Break down and rebuild hormones

Promote optimal growth

Promote healthy metabolism and weight

Break down bile acids

Manufacture 5 to 10 percent of all short-chain fatty acids

Reduce blood ammonia levels in people with cirrhosis and liver disease

Probiotic supplements may be beneficial for the following health conditions:

Alcohol-induced liver disease

Allergy, including food allergies

Asthma

Bacterial and fungal infections

Bladder infections (recurrent)