acidophilus
noun
ac·i·doph·i·lus
ˌa-sə-ˈdä-f(ə-)ləs 
: a lactobacillus (Lactobacillus acidophilus) that is added especially to dairy products (such as yogurt and milk) or prepared as a dietary supplement, is part of the normal intestinal and vaginal flora, and is used therapeutically especially to promote intestinal health
also
: a preparation containing such bacteria
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Each serving contains 10 billion CFUs, which is a combination of bacterial strains Bifidobacterium lactis and Lactobacillus acidophilus.
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Dahlia Rimmon, Parents, 24 June 2024
Lactobacillus acidophilus may help lower total and LDL cholesterol and reduce diarrhea.
—Sarah Anzlovar, Ms, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2024
The Probiotic acidophilus helps in milk and sugar digestion, promoting general good health of the digestive system.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 6 Jan. 2024
The two probiotic strains used in this powder are Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium bifidim.
—Shushy Rita Setrakian Ms, Verywell Health, 21 Feb. 2024
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Dahlia Rimmon, Parents, 24 June 2024
Lactobacillus acidophilus may help lower total and LDL cholesterol and reduce diarrhea.
—Sarah Anzlovar, Ms, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2024
The Probiotic acidophilus helps in milk and sugar digestion, promoting general good health of the digestive system.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 6 Jan. 2024
The two probiotic strains used in this powder are Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium bifidim.
—Shushy Rita Setrakian Ms, Verywell Health, 21 Feb. 2024
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“Acidophilus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acidophilus. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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acidophilus
noun
ac·i·doph·i·lus
ˌas-ə-ˌdäf-(ə-)ləs
: a lactobacillus (Lactobacillus acidophilus) that is added especially to dairy products (as yogurt and milk) or prepared as a dietary supplement, is part of the normal intestinal and vaginal flora, and is used therapeutically especially to promote intestinal health
also
: a preparation containing such bacteria
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