Probiotics are live microorganisms that, when ingested or added to the body, are supposed to provide health benefits. Yogurt and other fermented foods, nutritional supplements, and beauty products can be found in them.

You can experience side effects related to digestion in the first few days after taking a probiotic supplement, such as gas and mild abdominal discomfort . However, your digestion should start to improve after you adapt,

In reality, probiotics can make you poop, especially if you have constipation caused by irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Understanding that probiotics are not laxatives is essential. It is not their intention to stimulate your intestines.

Where do beneficial microbes (probiotics) live in the body?

While your gut (mostly large intestines) is the most popular location linked to beneficial microbes, you have many places in and on your body that host healthy microbes. These areas have interaction with the "outer world" and include yours:

• Gut.
• Mouth.
• Vagina.
• Urinary tract.
• Skin.
• Lungs.

The most prevalent types of probiotic bacteria:

• Lactobacillus.
• Bifidobacterium.
• Saccharomyces boulardii.

To cope with medical problems, probiotics:

A huge amount of research is currently taking place around the idea of what probiotics can do for your body. While there are several potentially promising findings, researchers are still trying to find conclusive answers on how probiotics can help with different conditions.

There are some medical conditions, however, where probiotics might benefit. This may differ between individuals, which means that what works for one individual does not work for another. These may also differ depending on the exact probiotic that is taken.

Best probiotics for gut health and IBS:

• Floratrex.
• Willy's ACV Apple Cider Vinegar with The Mother.
• Physis Advanced Probiotics.
• Swiss BioEnergetics Full Spectrum Probiotic Defence.
• Megafood MegaFlora.
• Bio-Kult Advanced Multi-Strain Formula Probiotics.
• Bioglan Biotic Balance Ultimate Flora.

Some reports have linked probiotics to serious infections and other side effects. The people most likely to have trouble are those with immune system problems, people who've had surgery, and others who are critically ill. Don't take probiotics if you have any of those issues.

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