In order for probiotic microbes to have health benefits, they must:
A)be pathogenic when consumed.
B)be absorbed in the stomach.
C)alter the intestinal environment in a beneficial way.
D)always colonize the intestines .
E)be effective when ingested in small amounts.

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Probiotic microbes exert health benefits primarily by altering the intestinal environment in a beneficial way, such as by outcompeting harmful bacteria, enhancing the gut barrier function, and modulating the immune system.

In Order for Probiotic Microbes to Have Health Benefits, They