When beneficial bacterias are present it keeps the pH levels somewhat acidic, therefore making it difficult for infectious bacteria to colonize. Probiotics can also be used to treat urinary tract infections (UTI) and bacterial vaginosis. While there are many strains of probiotics, it is important to determine which strains to take.
According to the Harvard Medical School, along with vaginal health benefits, probiotics also work to sustain intestinal microbe balance. In the lower intestine there are microbes that help the body digest food and fight against harmful bacteria. When an imbalance of these occur, one may experience diarrhea, constipation and other health problems. Commonly called “gut flora,” gastrointestinal bacteria powers the body’s digestive system. Every day as the body grows older, the digestive system wears down, so the use of a probiotics is key to help sustain efficiency.
The vagina is a finely tuned system that requires careful attention, but most of all-essential bacteria. Probiotics could be a solution to overall vaginal health, and assist in preventing vaginal and gastrointestinal problems, amongst various others.