We have all seen the commercials and advertisements for probiotics to improve our health and treat diseases such as diabetes irritable bowel syndrome arthritis and even cancers and obesity. Web-based testimonials and claims of scientific reports have built probiotic consumption into a multi-billion dollar industry in the U.S. and other westernized countries. But are these products really supplying us with any measurable health benefit? What do the scientists have to say based on their research?
Completing this activity will assist you in mastering Module Level Outcomes 1 and 2.
First:
Be sure you have read these materials:
Recall from Module 1:
In this Module 1 reading by Joel Achenbach recall that we learned about:
In this discussion we will test Achenbachs hypotheses by collecting our own data on why some people believe that probiotics as incorporated into our food or sold as supplements are an important component of a healthy lifestyle.
Next:
Conduct a poll of your family friends and/or co-workers (try to interview at least 3 people who answer yes to the first question) asking them these questions:
Finally submit as your initial post:
Write a summary report of your findings. Be sure to include:
The final question (#5) should be the focus of your discussion with your classmates.
Your initial post responding to this assignment should be no shorter than 250 words. Include both in-text citations and complete APA style references for all the sources you used to inform your work.