Microorganisms in food that are viable when consumed and that are beneficial to health are known as ____.

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Probiotics are live microorganisms that when consumed in adequate amounts can confer health benefits on the host. They are commonly found in many food products such as yogurt, kefir, and fermented vegetables. Prebiotics are non-digestible food components that promote the growth of beneficial microorganisms in the gut, while postbiotics are the metabolic byproducts of probiotics that exhibit health benefits. Symbiotics are products containing both probiotics and prebiotics. Abiotics refers to non-living elements or factors. Among the given options, only A) probiotics fits the definition of microorganisms in food that are both viable when consumed and beneficial to health.

Microorganisms in Food That Are Viable When Consumed and That