Editorial: Efficacy of probiotic-enriched foods on digestive health and overall well-being

The growing recognition of the gut as a central regulator of human health has driven intense scientific 7 interest in probiotic-enriched foods. Advances in microbiome research have revealed the complex 8 interactions between dietary components, gut microbials, and host physiological functions, positioning 9 probiotics as promising modulators of digestive health and overall well-being [1,2]. Digestive health In reaction to this heterogeneity, the concept of personalized probiotic strategy has gained popularity.Rather than assuming uniform responses to probiotic-enriched foods, current research increasingly 46 acknowledges individual differences in microbial ecosystems [10]. Consumer interest in functional 47 foods continues to grow, driven by increased awareness of the links between diet and health. At the