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It is important to keep up the level of beneficial bacteria in order to reap the benefits of a&nbsp;normal microflora system, as this is a&nbsp;major part of our immune system. When the body experiences a&nbsp;depletion of beneficial bacteria, nutritionists will recommend probiotics that are specific to the person and condition.Bacteria in the&nbsp;BodyThere is a&nbsp;stable microbial population of beneficial bacteria that live in the human body. Newborn babies acquire their bacteria from their mothers as they pass through the birth canal. As the child grows, their bacteria will evolve from the forms that are most important to a&nbsp;baby into the forms that the adult must maintain for good immunity. This microflora drives the immune system into maturity and balance, and allows the individual to ward off allergies, asthma, eczema, and respiratory illness. The skin harbors around 1,000 billion viable bacteria, while the gastrointestinal tract contains a&nbsp;whopping 100,000 billion. Bacteria are also found in the respiratory system and the genitourinary tract. A&nbsp;balanced and well-developed microbiome helps keep harmful bacteria in&nbsp;check.Beneficial Effects of Helpful BacteriaA normal flora level in the body has many health benefits. Did you know an adult should have approximately 3&nbsp;pounds of beneficial flora in the gut? People with the right balance of beneficial bacteria have better absorption of nutrients and a&nbsp;balanced immune system that does not overreact. Normal flora form a&nbsp;physical barrier that prevents pathological bacteria from doing harm, thereby minimizing the risk of diseases like E&nbsp;coli and Candida. Helpful microorganisms also have an anti-inflammatory effect and prevent allergies.Treating a&nbsp;Depletion of Normal Flora with ProbioticsA depletion of beneficial bacteria can result at birth from a&nbsp;C\u2011section delivery vs. a&nbsp;vaginal birth. A&nbsp;C\u2011section delivery does not expose the child to the beneficial bacteria, only to the harmful bacteria found in the delivery room such as strep and staph. This is why it is of the utmost importance to give the newborn baby a&nbsp;probiotic formula specific for infants. Depletion of beneficial bacteria also results from taking antibiotics. Antibiotics will kill off all the good bacteria before the bad bacteria. This leaves the door wide open for the bad bacteria to move deeper into the body. Antibiotics also disrupt the digestive system and create an environment that will support the overgrowth of the normal fungal inhabitants leading to yeast and\/or urinary tract infections. The overuse of disinfectants such as hand cleansers that contain alcohol, changes the natural pH balance causing an imbalance or destruction of the beneficial bacteria on the skin disrupting our outer protective layer. You will learn more about creating a&nbsp;healthy gut and microbiome in many of our courses at Edison Institute of Nutrition.Earn a&nbsp;Diploma in Holistic Nutrition. We strive to provide you with the knowledge to live well and stay healthy. We are an internationally recognized school offering online nutrition training. If you\u2019d like to learn more about any of&nbsp;our programs, call us today at&nbsp;1\u2212800\u2212456\u22129313&nbsp;or&nbsp;contact us&nbsp;online.Flexible online education \u2022 Pay as you learn\u2009\u2014\u2009no large upfront fees \u2022 Advisor supportExplore Our Programs | Book an Advisor Call [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row] "},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"The Benefits Of Supporting With Probiotics","item":"https:\/\/edisoninst.com\/the-benefits-of-treating-with-probiotics\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]