probiotic
noun
pro·bi·ot·ic
prō-bī-ˈä-tik 
-bē-ˈä-
: a microorganism (such as lactobacillus) that when consumed (as in a food or a dietary supplement) maintains or restores beneficial bacteria to the digestive tract
also
: a product or preparation that contains such microorganisms compare prebiotic
probiotic
adjective
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Lauren Manaker Ms, Health, 11 June 2025
From sheet masks soaked in peptides to luxe overnight masks packed with probiotics, these ones go way beyond basic Mask Monday.
—Marie Lodi, Allure, 2 June 2025
New & Noteworthy Bloom's new Frosted Lemonade Greens are packed with 38 powerhouse ingredients including probiotics, antioxidants, digestive enzymes and fiber.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
With the right adaptogens, the right probiotics, the right smoothie blend, wellness is yours.
—Lela London, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
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“Probiotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/probiotic. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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probiotic
noun
pro·bi·ot·ic
prō-bī-ˈät-ik, -bē-
: a microorganism (such as lactobacillus or bifidobacterium) that when consumed (as in a food or a dietary supplement) maintains or restores beneficial bacteria to the digestive tract
also
: a product or preparation that contains such microorganisms compare prebiotic
probiotic
adjective
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