Most of us are familiar with probiotics as good bacteria similar to the beneficial microorganisms in our intestinal system, also known as the gut flora which helps to regulate bowel movements.
Aside from regulating bowel movements, your gut flora plays an important role in assisting immune cells to produce disease fighting cells. To strengthen your immunity and keep the bad bacteria in check, make sure to include foods in your diet that contain probiotics. Fermented foods such as kimchi, kefir, and tempeh, help to replenish the body’s natural gut flora and can help you fight off cough and cold, and even ear infections.