Some brands of cottage cheese include fermented or live cultures, which are known as probiotics. Lactobacillus GG is a specific type of probiotic that has been shown to have major health benefits. The most commonly known advantage of consuming foods containing probiotics is that it aids in gut health.
Elderly man at a nursing home in Norway. Long-term care (LTC) is a variety of services which help meet both the medical and non-medical needs of people with a chronic illness or disability who cannot care for themselves for long periods.
Long-Term Care (LTC) Insurance. DEFINITION of 'Long-Term Care (LTC) Insurance'. Coverage that provides nursing-home care, home-health care, personal or adult day care for individuals above the age of 65 or with a chronic or disabling condition that needs constant supervision. LTC insurance offers more flexibility and options than many public assistance programs. Next Up.