Assessing the Knowledge, Attitude and Prescription Practice of Physicians in selected Hospitals Toward Probiotics in Sana'a City, Yemen, 2025

Abstract

Background: Probiotics are defined by the World Health Organization as live microorganisms that provide health benefits when taken in adequate amounts. Their use has increased worldwide due to growing interest in functional foods. The most common probiotic bacteria are Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium, and their effects are strain specific. Probiotics must survive stomach acid, colonize the gut, and remain stable in products to be effective. They may improve digestive health and modulate the immune system, but evidence varies. Although generally safe. Objective: To assess physicians' knowledge, attitudes, and prescribing practices regarding probiotics in selected hospitals in Sana'a city, Yemen, 2025.