PROBIOTICS SIMPLIFIED

Here is a simplified understanding and approach to probiotics.

A probiotic is a microorganism that is helpful in preventing and curing various types of illnesses. PRO meaning life while ANTI means against life, or death. A healthy immune system and digestive tract are the key benefits of a balance of various probiotics in the body. According to Harvard Medical School your biome or gut)  is host to over 100 trillion microorganisms from over 500 different species. These are just the friendly microorganisms, or healthy bacteria.

The idea is to introduce a variety of multiple strains of these friendly bacteria (probiotics) into your gut throughout the day.This is why we suggest four different sources throughout the day. Although you don't really need to worry too much about the names of these bacteria the following are a few of the common ones you may find on the labels of various probiotic foods and drinks.

Lactobacillus acidophilus
Lactobaccilis rhamnosus
Lactobacillus plantarum
Lactobacillis bulgarius
Bifidobacterium longum
Bifidobacterium bifidium
Plus over 495 more...whoa!!!!

So how do you keep track of all this?
It is actually not so hard... The key here is variety.
Select as many  "probiotic " foods or supplements and rotate them throughout the day and the week.
Here are a few to start with...all add to the biome friendly bacteria.
Of course these sources are all available as vegan options. All should be non pasteurized.

Non dairy yogurt (almond, coconut, cashew etc)
Non dairy Kefir
Sauerkraut
Fermented veggies
Kombucha
Farmhouse brand culture gut shots
Culture apple cider vinegar'
Kimchi
Natto
Tempeh
Non vinegar pickles
Miso
Dietary supplements

All of these are available in most health food stores, some grocery stores and even online at Amazon.