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Eating certain foods can help maintain these colonies of good bacteria healthy as well as reload them in illness or other conditions that reduces their number. Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and streptococcus are some of the good bacteria for a healthy body.

Check out these foods which must be added in regular diet.

Yoghurt

This is probably the best known healthy bacteria food for all. Low calorie yoghurt contains lactobacillus, bifidus and acidophilus which are required for problem free stomach.

Fermented foods

Foods that are fermented are also a good source of healthy bacteria. The healthy microorganisms in these fermented dishes vary depending on how they are produced, but usually include Lactobacillus, Aspergillus, Rhizopus and Pediococcus.

Fermented tea

This type of tea not only has unique taste, but is also full of benefits for your stomach.

Soft cheese

Certain cheese acts as a carrier of probiotic and boosts the immune system.

- Smrutirekha