SupplementEmergingDigestive Health
Probiotics
What is Probiotics?
Live beneficial bacteria (commonly Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, S. boulardii) that support gut flora balance and digestive health.
How Probiotics works
Help populate and balance the gut microbiome, support the gut barrier, and modulate immune signaling.
Benefits & uses
- Supports gut flora balance
- Eases bloating/digestive discomfort
- May help IBS symptoms
- Supports immune function
Common uses: Digestive health, post-antibiotic recovery, IBS, general gut support.
Recovery
Probiotics dosage
- Typical dose
- Commonly 1–50 billion CFU daily (strain-dependent)
Probiotics side effects
- Generally well tolerated
- Temporary gas/bloating when starting
Commonly stacked with
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