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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Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 29 Jan. 2025
What sets it apart is a silky, hydrating formula featuring rice extract and probiotics to calm, nourish, and strengthen your skin barrier — all while offering broad-spectrum protection.
—R29 Team, refinery29.com, 29 Jan. 2025
Precise Probiotics Pre- and probiotics seem to be everywhere and in everything.
—Amy Fischer Ms, Rd, Health, 15 Jan. 2025
Dietary supplements — vitamins, minerals, botanicals and probiotics — are more popular than ever.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC News, 5 Jan. 2025
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“Probiotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/probiotic. Accessed 11 Feb. 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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