Question

Which term is defined as food components that are not digested by the human body but are used as food by the GI bacteria to promote their growth and activity?

Answer 1

Answer:

Probiotics

Explanation:

PROBIOTICS:These are food components(a type of fiber) that are *not digested by the human body* but *stimulate growth and activity of GI bacteria (e.g, Bifidobacteria or lactobacili) in the colon*. Probiotics are present in fiber-rich foods,they are also present in fermented foods.

BENEFITS OF PROBIOTICS

1)They provide energy for the colonic epithelium

2)They are resistant to infection

3)They are useful for diabetes

4)They stimulate growth of certain Bacteria

SIDE EFFECTS OF TAKING FOOD COMPONENT OF PROBIOTICS

1)Constipation

2)Thirst

3)Bloating