You cant use a probiotic in place of good nutrition," said Beaulieu.
“You cant out-supplement a bad diet.
How Do Probiotics Work?
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Probiotics, often called good bacteria, help maintain balance in thegut microbiomes.
Think of your gut as an ecosystem with a large community of trillions of microorganisms.
Why Is Fiber Important To Gut Health?
This can reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and lower your risk of gastrointestinal illnesses.
Can Fiber and Probiotics Help With IBS and Other Gut Disorders?
Its helpful in patients who have diarrhea-predominant IBS, since it can actually form up the stools, too.
As forprobiotics, Lee said, people with inflammatory conditions like IBS or antibiotic-associated diarrhea can benefit from them.
However, there is too much variability in past trials to determine the best strains and dosages.
Ideally, youd want to see about seven colors on your plate.
Before starting any supplements, you may want to consider consulting your healthcare provider.
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