The American philosopher Thomas S. Kuhn coined and popularized the term paradigm shift. By usage, the word is now broadly understood to refer to a model or prototype followed by general acceptance. For example, Einstein’s general theory of relativity is represented as a paradigm shift in physics.
Probiotics and Antibiotics
Antibiotics are one of the wonders of the 20th century. They have been used to save millions of lives in both war and peace. However, antibiotics have certain limitations and their use and misuse can cause problems.
Probiotics and Longevity
The idea of maximizing length of life has been the focus of human interest since long before Ponce de Leon (1458-1521) sought the fountain of youth in Florida.
From the beginning of human life on Planet Earth most people have wanted to live longer and have pondered every conceivable way to achieve that goal. In our time the interest in longevity is so persistent that numerous organizations have sprung into existence to explore ways and means of slowing the aging process.
Why Probiotics
Inside the intestinal tract of every person, beginning at birth, there are billions of living bacteria.
Most are friendly and beneficial, and some are non beneficial. If we want to maintain good health, we must take steps to assure a proper balance between the beneficial and the non beneficial bacteria inside our intestinal tract. When there is an imbalance, with the non beneficial bacteria predominating, serious challenges to health may develop.
