What is the difference between Bifidobacteria, Acidophilus, and Probiotics?

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What is the difference between Bifidobacteria, Acidophilus, and Probiotics?

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Bifidobacteria (or Bifidobacterium, a genus of bacteria) and Acidophilus (a species of bacteria) are two types of Probiotics . Probiotics in general are beneficial bacteria that live in your intestinal tract and help to absorb nutrients and keep you regular.
Also, Bifidobacterium (being a genus) is typically what you%26#039;ll see as the first word (like Bifidobacterium Lactis, for example), and Acidophilus (being a species) is typically what you%26#039;ll see as the second word (like Lactobacillus Acidophilus, for example). I%26#039;m a Product Specialist for a vitamin company 100% 2 Votes

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