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Need help selecting Probiotic

Jump4joy2 — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 03:14:46 GMT

Anyone taking probiotics??? I am interested in trying them since I have heard good things about them. I suffer from gastroparesis (delayed stomach emptying) and experience diaherra often. I don't want anything that is going to act as a laxative. I would sincerely appreciate any feedback from anyone who has taken Culturelle, Align or Digestive Advantage, the brands I have noticed while shopping and from TV ads! The ingredients vary from one brand to the next and I wonder which brand might be better for my gastro issues. Thanks!!!!

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philom — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 03:44:13 GMT

My doctor recommends florastor when taking antibiotics. I stay on it all the time. It costs a lot more than some other brands but deals can be found.

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Jump4joy2 — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 03:53:19 GMT

On 4/15/2014 philom said: My doctor recommends florastor when taking antibiotics. I stay on it all the time. It costs a lot more than some other brands but deals can be found.

Thanks philom! On one website I noticed that florastor was very highly rated and also more expensive. But, the price is probably justified!

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voyager1980 — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 03:55:12 GMT

What did your doctor recommend?

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funwun — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 04:00:07 GMT

I take Culturelle and am very happy with it))

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Nightowlz — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 04:02:03 GMT

I take Andrew Lessman's Ultimate Friendly Flora. I would have acid reflux every once in a while. I started taking the probiotics & don't eat after 7 PM & don't have that problem now. It does not have a laxative effect on me.

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OhSuzieQ — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 04:09:30 GMT

I also take the Andrew Lessman friendly flora. I like it very much.

I do not find that it has any laxative effect. If you watch for it, his supplements often have free shipping.

Susan

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daisyk — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 04:18:38 GMT

On 4/15/2014 philom said: My doctor recommends florastor when taking antibiotics. I stay on it all the time. It costs a lot more than some other brands but deals can be found.

My friend's mom takes Florastor also on her doctors recommendation. She had that C-diff infection and this has helped her.

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QueenDanceALot — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 14:24:40 GMT

jump4joy,

Early last year I was told by the nutritionist at my doc's office to take Klaire Labs Therbiotic when I was having terrible diarrhea (my gut had been totally stripped because of a long series of antibiotics). And, in addition, specifically for the extreme diarrhea, she recommended saccharomyces boulardii, which you can buy as a singular probiotic (Klaire Labs is the one I took). Worked like a charm!!!

I still take the Therbiotic every day and recommend it highly, but do not need the saccharomyces boulardii anymore as that one was specifically for the diarrhea.

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Madisson — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 14:49:06 GMT

Florajen. You can't find it on the shelves. Ask the pharmacist for it. It has to be kept refrigerated. Doctors and pharmacists all agree that it is tops.

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jewelfool — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 14:50:50 GMT

I have been taking Culturelle for a few years now and honestly, I can tell the difference in my overall health.

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Sakuya — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 14:56:00 GMT

Natrin's Healthy Trinity. Pricy, but very good. It must be kept refrigerated. Also do not take it with tap water. Take it with bottled water. Something in tap water "deactivates" for lack of a better word the probiotic. You can order it online or I get it from The Vitamin Shoppe.

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FranandZoe — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 15:11:33 GMT

My hubby takes generic Acidophilus - it has helped him tremendously with out of control diarrhea. And it's cheap.

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QueenDanceALot — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 16:01:50 GMT

You should probably consult a physician who is familiar with your condition. Different strains are useful for different issues. A good nutritionist who works with an integrative physician could be very helpful.

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MalteseMomma — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 16:19:06 GMT

I cannot take them. They make me very gassy and I'm constantly in the BR

I can only eat yogurt daily. (or Activia)

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vac — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 16:47:22 GMT

I take Phillips Colon Health and it's helped me tremendously with my stomach issues. Hope you find something that works for you.

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piperbay — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 19:19:18 GMT

I did read that people with gastoparesis have an easier time digesting pureed foods.That would include pureed meats,fruits,vegetables and smoothies. Protein drinks,cottage cheese and ricotta.I don't know if you were familiar with that, hope it helps.

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Lipstickdiva — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 20:08:18 GMT

I bought one (sorry I cannot remember the brand) and I was in the bathroom constantly. However, the package specifically said this could happen but should go away after 14 days when your body adjusts. I couldn't make it the full 14 days.

I switched to Andrew Lessman's Ultimate Friendly Flora and did not have that issue. I've noticed a big difference too.