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Microorganisms were the first living creatures on earth. It is estimated there are a total of 5 nonillion microorganisms on earth (5x1020). You will find nearly 10 million a millilitre of ocean water and 40 million in a gram of soil. They are also ubiquitous on the human body.
Probiotics are live microbial organisms that are naturally present in the digestive tract and vagina. The digestive tract maintains a balance between healthy and potentially harmful micro-organisms. Healthy micro-organisms, also called microflora, are residents of the digestive tract that have a protective role in our bodies. There are over 400 species of microorganisms in the human digestive tract, including Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium.