Good Bacteria Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
How do bacteria that help with digestion help do that
A
-Break down hard to digest food.
-Make vitamin
-Keep bad microbes out of gut
2
Q
How do bacteria that improve immune system function do that
A
-Train immune system to spot bad germs and calm inflammation.
-Keep gut lining strong so bad microbes can’t get through
3
Q
What is nitrogen fixation
A
Nitrogen is pulled out of air and turned into compounds that plants can use to grow
4
Q
How nitrogen fixation bacteria does that
A
Nitrogen is turned into compounds that plants can use to grow. Live in soil or plants rods.
5
Q
How bacteria that help create the food we eat do that
A
They ferment milk and veggies which adds flavour and preserves them