Why Probiotics
The microbiome within our body is just as unique as we are. It is composed of billions of bacteria. A healthy microbiome is essential to your health and well being. Probiotics are good bacteria with various health benefits. There are two ways to get more good bacteria into your gut: from fermented foods and dietary supplements.
Good bacteria can influence your digestive health and much more. Research over time has shown that probiotics can play an important role in cognitive health through gut-brain axis, skin and vaginal health and immune responses. Emerging research also suggests a role for probiotics in supporting metabolic responses and weight management.
- Improved digestion*
- Replenishing the gut after antibiotic use*
- Supporting immune health*
- Improvements in mood health through the gut-brain axis*
- Antibiotics
- A high sugar diet
- Stress
- Lack of sleep
- Artificial sweeteners
- Processed foods
Who Should Take Probiotics?
It’s important to take probiotics to help support the good bacteria within our body. Using a probiotic supplement to increase the level of good bacteria in your gut could have many positive benefits including:
Probiotics can be taken by most individuals. They can easily be added to your current vitamin regimen. For those deciding to use a probiotic supplement, it is important to find the right product and seek guidance from your doctor.
Probiotic Strains 101
It’s hard to keep track of all the probiotic strains and what health benefits they provide. We have created a cheat sheet, so you know what to look for when buying a probiotic supplement.
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| Probiotic Strains | 
Cognitive Health |
Digestive Health |
Skin Health |
Women’s Health |
Immune Health |
| Lactobacillus Acidophilus |  |
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| Bifidobacteria Bifidus | |
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| Lactobacillus Rhamnosus | |
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| Lactobacillus Reuteri | |
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| Lactobacillus Plantarum | |
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| Bifidobacteria Animalis | |
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| Saccharomyces Boulardii | |
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| Streptococcus Thermophilus | |
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| Lactobacillus Casei | |
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| Lactobacillus Fermentum | |
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What to Look for in a Probiotic
There is not a “one size fits all” for probiotics. Choose targeted probiotics that meet your needs.
More CFUs is not necessarily better when it comes to choosing the right product. Look for the correct strains for your health concern.
Consider taking probiotic supplements that are dairy-free to avoid any issues with dairy intolerance.
Probiotic strains should survive GI conditions, including gastric acid and be backed by scientific evidence.