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    Question

    Which of the following refers to the addition of

    microorganisms to the diet in order to provide health benefits beyond basic nutritive value?
    A Antibiotics Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Prebiotics Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Probiotics Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D All the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Probiotics (e.g., Lactobacillus) confer health benefits (e.g., gut health). Prebiotics (e.g., inulin) feed probiotics, while antibiotics kill microbes. 

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