prompter: Do I need pro-biotics?

assistant: As an AI language model, I cannot provide a definitive answer regarding your need of Pro-biotics given the lack of information in the question.
I will need more information about your specific concerns and health conditions to give a better answer.

Based on the question I will remind you of the following:
Pro-biotics can be beneficial to some as it helps promote a healthy balance of bacteria in the gut while possibly improving digestion.
This may not be the case for everyone as for some this can have the opposite, adverse effects.

It is always recommended to talk to a qualified healthcare professional regarding your medical questions and concerns.

prompter: There is an ad that says that pro-biotics are good for me because it can help my digestion system, but is it necessary to take it so I can digest food better?

assistant: Probiotics can be helpful for certain individuals in enhancing digestion and maintaining a healthy balance of gut bacteria, but they are not necessary for everyone. Many individuals can achieve and maintain a healthy gut and proper digestion without the use of supplements.

Factors such as a balanced diet, regular exercise, and staying hydrated can also contribute to good digestive health. Consuming fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, and kimchi can provide natural probiotics that may benefit your gut health.

If you're experiencing digestive issues or have concerns about your gut health, it's best to consult with a healthcare professional. They can help determine if probiotics or other interventions are appropriate for your specific situation.

prompter: Ok, I’ll check with my doctor. Thanks.

assistant: Probiotics are live organisms that make up the good bacteria in your gut. They help keep your digestive tract healthy, so they support the work your enzymes do. Unlike enzymes, probiotics do not have the ability to break down or digest food components.

However, probiotics can help your digestive system break down fiber, which increases nutrient intake and produces beneficial short-chain fatty acids and vitamins. These live bacteria help your body digest foods, including some nutrients through to be difficult to metabolise (e.g., lactose).

While probiotics are not necessary for digestion, they can help improve digestion and gut function.

assistant: The "good bacteria" in pro-biotics may help healthy people, but they are not necessary if your gut bacteria are at a normal level.

assistant: The answer depends. If you have already had antibiotics and are prone to UTI you should take probiotics to prevent another one. However, if you have had one before, then probiotics may not help as they only prevent another one from developing. If you should see your doctor for the correct dosage.

prompter: What does probiotics have to do with UTI? How on earth does probiotics prevent UTI?

assistant: Your body doesn't need probiotics when you already have healthy bacteria in your gut. 

But it usually doesn't hurt to take them, and adding them to your diet might help you with digestion.

prompter: could you tell me some ways i can include them in my diet?

assistant: There are a number of probiotic foods that you could include in your diet, here are many foods commonly cited as probiotic:

 - Pickled vegetables
   - Kimchi
   - Sauerkraut
 - Soy products
   - Miso
   - Soy sauce
   - Tempeh
 - Dairy products
   - Yogurt
   - Kefir
   - Buttermilk
 - Other products
   - Bee pollen
   - Kombucha
   - Sourdough bread

With such a wide variety of foods considered probiotic, you're probably eating one or two of these occasionally already. Incorporating them into your diet more often intentionally may give you the desired benefit.