Lactic Bacteria Essential Companions for Human Beings

Lactic bacteria include Acidophilus, which exists from the upper part of the small intestine to the lower part of the small intestine and Bifidobacterium, which exists from the lower part of the small intestine to the large intestine. These microorganisms have the specific property of transforming sugars almost exclusively into lactic acid and acetic acid that decrease the pH (increasing the acidity) of the intestines and produce substances that suppress harmful bacteria. They are abundant in nature and are essential for human and animal survival. They are normally present in the skin, the digestive system and in the vaginal mucosa where they fulfill numerous functions and assure the protection of tissues against the action of harmful microbes. These functions are so important that we designate lactic bacteria as “Probiotic” or agents that protect life.