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What are probiotics, prebiotics, and synbiotics?

These terms describe different concepts and should not be used interchangeably without suitable evidence.

Probiotic

Live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host.

Prebiotic

A substrate that is selectively utilized by host microorganisms and confers a health benefit.

Synbiotic

A mixture of live microorganisms and substrate or substrates selectively utilized by host microorganisms that confers a health benefit on the host.

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