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Importance to Practice
Probiotics have been used for decades for their potential gastrointestinal health benefits (1,2). Probiotic bacteria themselves are not specifically regulated; however, various global regions may market probiotic-containing products as foods, dietary supplements and drugs (1). Popularization of gastrointestinal health has increased consumer interest in probiotic products (3,4). Evidence has shown health care professionals, including dietitians, have medium probiotic