Question
a) What are Probiotics and Prebiotics? Briefly discuss their dietary sources and health effects.
b) Comment briefly on the following:
i) Factors that influence the nutrient needs of an adolescent
ii) Effect of maternal malnutrition on foetal outcome.
Answer :
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a) Probiotics are live microorganisms which, when consumed in adequate amounts, provide health benefits to the host by improving the balance of intestinal microflora. Common probiotic organisms include species of *Lactobacillus*, *Bifidobacterium*, and *Saccharomyces boulardii*. Prebiotics are non-digestible food components, mainly dietary fibers such as inulin, fructooligosaccharides (FOS), and galactooligosaccharides (GOS), that selectively stimulate the growth and activity of beneficial gut bacteria. Dietary sources of probiotics include yogurt, curd, kefir, buttermilk, fermented _____ ________ ______ ___ ____ ___ _________ _______ _____ ______.
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