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	from Joy Victory Yogurt used to be yogurt. But these days, you can't walk down the dairy aisle without facing a sea of labels exalting the health benefits of "probiotic" yogurt. Just what the heck is this stuff?

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Acidophilus and Other Probiotics
Turns out some foods, especially yogurt, contain live bacteria. If that freaks you out, you should know that your intestines are full of "probiotics" -- and not-so-probiotics as well.
- Alternative Medicine Guide Cathy Wong

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Probiotics for Kids
Probiotics are now showing up on the food labels of baby formula and yogurt marketed to kids. Does this mean you need to run out and buy some right away?
- Pediatrics Guide Vincent Iannelli, M.D.

Before You Take Probiotics for IBS
Because they are supposed to help your intestines become more healthy, it's only natural to assume probiotics might help with conditions like irritable bowel syndrome. But it's not that simple.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome Guide Barbara Bradley Bolen, Ph.D.

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