India, July 30 -- Probiotics are live microorganisms (microbes) that can have beneficial effects on or inside your body. Most popularly, consuming probiotic foods and supplements is known to have a beneficial effect on your gut health. But did you know they can also help control arthritis in your joints?

In a post shared on June 4, Dr Tushar Gupta, MCh joint replacement and arthroscopy (AIIMS), MBBS, MS Orthopaedics, talked about the importance of consuming probiotics on joint health. Sharing the video, the orthopaedic doctor wrote, "Probiotics treat arthritis."

The orthopaedic expert stated in the Instagram video that adding probiotics to your diet can help you control your joint arthritis. He explained, "Having probiotics and an anti-...