How Probiotic Drinks Help in Boosting Our Health?

The onset of the deadly Covid-19 pandemic has hurled most businesses and have forced us to face unprecedented times. People are constantly covered in masks and sanitize their hands now and then to curb the spread of the coronavirus. This catastrophe has made most of us believe that all viruses and bacteria are bad. However, that’s not the case.

There are good bacteria as well that live inside our bodies and fight against infections to ensure our systems don’t get knocked out of balance. And considering such sensitive times, many individuals have started taking physical exercises seriously, and youngsters are enthusiastically hitting the gyms to keep their bodies fit and build up their immune systems stronger to combat the coronavirus. Consequently, this has led to the increased consumption of probiotic drinks containing good bacteria that enhance digestive health.

As per a detailed report published by Research Dive, the global probiotic drinks market is expected to generate a revenue of $13,814.70 million in the 2021-2028 forecast timeframe and grow at a stable CAGR of 8.5%.

Considering this growth rate, it is evident that the probiotic drinks market is here to stay and be quite prevalent for the upcoming years due to their high demand from health-conscious youngsters.

What are Probiotics? How Can Probiotic Drinks Improve Health?

As stated earlier, probiotics are a mix of live beneficial bacteria or yeasts, protozoa, and viruses that live inside our bodies to keep them healthy and well-functioning. Probiotics not only reside in our bodies and survive in our intestines after ingestion, but can also be consumed safely to make our systems more immune and stronger. And so, many individuals prefer probiotic drinks after lengthy workout sessions.

Probiotic drinks support our immune system, control inflammation, helps in digesting complex foods, build vitamins, prevents bad bacteria from entering our blood by supporting our gut cells, and breakdown medicines for fast absorption. Along with probiotic drinks, one could also eat a well-balanced diet that is rich in fiber to maintain a healthy level of good bacteria in our system.

Types of Probiotic Drinks

There are two types of probiotic drinks:

1. Plant-based Probiotic Drinks

Plant-based probiotic drinks are mostly preferred by vegans and can benefit from several probiotic sources like tempeh, miso, vegan yoghurts, kimchi, sour pickles, and kombucha. High plant-based diets can help increase beneficial gut bacteria and reduce the chances of cardiovascular problems effectively.

2. Dairy-based Probiotic Drinks

The increasing demand for dairy-based probiotics, especially yoghurts, mozzarella, ice-creams, cheddar, gouda, and other aged cheeses are highly preferred by fitness-conscious youngsters. Out of these, fermented dairy products and yoghurts are the most commonly available sources of probiotics.

Side Effects of Consuming Probiotic Drinks

Although probiotics are safe to consume for most individuals, some might face health issues, especially who have compromised immune systems and other serious illnesses. Here are a few possible side-effects of consuming excessive probiotic drinks:

1. Increase in gas and bloating
2. Constipation and increased thirst
3. Headaches
4. Increased histamine levels and dilated blood vessels
5. Allergic reactions

Bottom Line

Considering the above-mentioned benefits of probiotic drinks, many individuals are looking for beverages that not only satiate their thirst but also provide a surplus benefit. These drinks are also effective in maintaining our digestive health and proper balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut. Although, some people with serious illnesses might face some side effects, probiotic drinks when consumed at moderate levels proves to be beneficial.

About the Author(s)

 

Niti Pawar

Niti Pawar is a creative writer with almost 2 years of experience in the industry and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from Pune University. She is extremely passionate about writing and is keen to gain significant experience and expertise in the same field. Niti aspires to become an accomplished editor and a linguist in her upcoming years. Besides work, she actively participates in recreational activities like trekking, badminton, singing, and travelling.