noun
- Plural of acidophilus; bacteria (especially Lactobacillus acidophilus) used in yogurt and dietary supplements to promote digestive health.
Usage: Often used in the context of probiotics and food products; The singular form 'acidophilus' is more commonly used in modern English
Examples
- Many yogurts contain live acidophiluses to support gut health.
- The supplement label listed several strains of acidophiluses as active ingredients.
- Acidophiluses are commonly found in fermented dairy products.
- Some people take acidophiluses after antibiotic treatment to restore beneficial bacteria.
- The culture contained multiple acidophiluses that aid digestion.