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Probiotics

zitawins — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 21:20:36 GMT

Does anyone here use probiotics? Why do you use them and how do they work for you?

I've tried a couple for bloating (TMI I know), but I don't feel any different.

Re: Probiotics

phoenixbrd — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 21:33:27 GMT

@zitawins Try kimchi (Mother-in-Law's) or sauerkraut (I put some in our lunch salad daily). I buy the raw kraut at Costco....yummy and at a good price

Re: Probiotics

gidgetgh — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 21:38:55 GMT

@zitawins wrote:
Does anyone here use probiotics? Why do you use them and how do they work for you?

I've tried a couple for bloating (TMI I know), but I don't feel any different.

@zitawins - I'm pretty new to them and won't horrify you with all the details, but I've been having intestinal issues for months now. Lots of tests, still waiting for some results to come in. I think gallbladder or a specific parasite. Doctor isn't convinced on the gallbladder (I am) but he thought the parasite was worth a try.

Anyway, during all this I was on some antibiotics and even though I was taking a probiotic with them (Align capsules) and eating yogurt each day, some of the tests show zero natural flora in my system. Zero.

So I switched to Align Prebiotic And Probiotic gummies. I have been on them almost a month now. I have noticed a slight improvement. Emphasis on the word slight.

'My doctor wants me to try another kind of probiotics and I ordered them from Amazon and am going to try those when I finish the bottle of Align. If you are interested in the name, I will post it for you.

'My overall problem is that I'm having trouble tolerating certain foods, the worst being vegetables. My system just won't process them.

Re: Probiotics

on the bay — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 21:45:14 GMT

@zitawins,

I had stopped using them because I didn't notice any difference either and sometimes they made my stomach upset.

Before that I used to take acidolpholus, which before the "everyone should take probiotic phase" were the precusor I guess.

Then I found a bottle that I ordered over a year ago called

Garden of Life women's daily probiotic.

These really made me feel like a normal person! You know in terms of whats normal instead of not! So

I take them everyday.

You can get them from Target and other places.

From these, I realized there are probiotics and there are probiotics!

Also the medical community changed their opinion on when to take probiotics when on an antibiotic.

They used to say take it the entire time you are taking antibiotics and some days after. A few years ago they advised to not take them while on antibiotics because it may prevent your own natural immune system from fighting off the virus. Instead they say to take them after you finish the antibiotics.

But of course as we all know, this could change next year!

🙄

Now I think I'll go eat a vegetarian hot dog to wash down those probiotics.😄

Re: Probiotics

geezerette — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 21:51:38 GMT

I agree with @on the bay that there are probiotics and then there are probiotics. I found out that out years ago. Unfortunately, all the ones I tried that are readily available don't work at all. And the ones that do are very expensive.

I've taken probiotics for years and even with them being good quality I still have to take more than they suggest. Of course, if I ate right I wouldn't have to do that!😊

Re: Probiotics

Spurt — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 21:53:54 GMT

@gidgetgh wrote:
@zitawins wrote:
Does anyone here use probiotics? Why do you use them and how do they work for you?

I've tried a couple for bloating (TMI I know), but I don't feel any different.

@zitawins - I'm pretty new to them and won't horrify you with all the details, but I've been having intestinal issues for months now. Lots of tests, still waiting for some results to come in. I think gallbladder or a specific parasite. Doctor isn't convinced on the gallbladder (I am) but he thought the parasite was worth a try.

Anyway, during all this I was on some antibiotics and even though I was taking a probiotic with them (Align capsules) and eating yogurt each day, some of the tests show zero natural flora in my system. Zero.

So I switched to Align Prebiotic And Probiotic gummies. I have been on them almost a month now. I have noticed a slight improvement. Emphasis on the word slight.

'My doctor wants me to try another kind of probiotics and I ordered them from Amazon and am going to try those when I finish the bottle of Align. If you are interested in the name, I will post it for you.

'My overall problem is that I'm having trouble tolerating certain foods, the worst being vegetables. My system just won't process them.

@gidgetgh

From what I read antibiotics kills the good bacteria in your gut....so while antibiotics were helping with one issue they were hurting you regarding your gut health and immune system..The good bacteria found in your gut not only help you digest foods, they work all over your body and can be good for your physical and mental health.

Re: Probiotics

LavernLuvsShoes — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 21:56:47 GMT

@phoenixbrd wrote:
@zitawins Try kimchi (Mother-in-Law's) or sauerkraut (I put some in our lunch salad daily). I buy the raw kraut at Costco....yummy and at a good price

I second the Sauerkraut suggesstion...

I started noshing on a couple of forkfulls at night, and I'm finding that I don't have constipation issues any more (TMI? - sorry)

I've stopped eating Potato Chips and Doritos - It totally satisfies my salty snack craving.

Re: Probiotics

Zhills — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 22:16:27 GMT

I take them all the time. Wouldn't be without them.

Some work better than others.

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NicksmomESQ — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 23:06:43 GMT

I take Andrew Lessman's Ultimate Friendly Flora for several years . I love it.

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jubilant — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 23:12:36 GMT

@zitawins

This item PROBIOGEN Daily Digestive Balance Probiotic: Smart Spore Technology, DNA Verified, 100X Better Survivability, 30 Count

This is the one I use. I do believe it is helping me with my digestive problems. I have tried others and didn't notice any difference. I think it must be the spores that make the difference. This one was suggested to me by a woman who runs a health food store and is very knowledgeable. They don't need refrigerated and you take one a day with a meal. I have been able to cut my Pepcid dose in half since starting these several months ago.

Re: Probiotics

Anonymous032819 — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 23:56:03 GMT

@on the bay wrote:
@zitawins,
I had stopped using them because I didn't notice any difference either and sometimes they made my stomach upset.
Before that I used to take acidolpholus, which before the "everyone should take probiotic phase" were the precusor I guess.
Then I found a bottle that I ordered over a year ago called
Garden of Life women's daily probiotic.
These really made me feel like a normal person! You know in terms of whats normal instead of not! So

I take them everyday.

You can get them from Target and other places.
From these, I realized there are probiotics and there are probiotics!

Also the medical community changed their opinion on when to take probiotics when on an antibiotic.
They used to say take it the entire time you are taking antibiotics and some days after. A few years ago they advised to not take them while on antibiotics because it may prevent your own natural immune system from fighting off the virus. Instead they say to take them after you finish the antibiotics.
But of course as we all know, this could change next year!
🙄
Now I think I'll go eat a vegetarian hot dog to wash down those probiotics.😄

@on the bay

Um, that's the brand of probiotics that has the "women who poop" commercial.

😄

Re: Probiotics

ALRATIBA — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 23:56:52 GMT

I have a very active digestive system ... don't need any probiotics.

Re: Probiotics

on the bay — Sun, 29 Aug 2021 00:12:19 GMT

@Anonymous032819,

I know😁,

I noticed this after taking them for awhile. But I think it makes things go along more naturally if you know what I mean. Like normal people😩

Re: Probiotics

sann — Sun, 29 Aug 2021 02:03:12 GMT

The best probiotic is plain yogurt........

Re: Probiotics

AngelPuppy1 — Sun, 29 Aug 2021 12:11:30 GMT

I have been taking them for years at the instruction of my gastro doctor. I take them 2ce a day --- Floristor is the brand he told me to take. I don't know if they help or not. I have a lot of stomach and digestive issues so I figure they can't hurt!

Re: Probiotics

geezerette — Sun, 29 Aug 2021 13:32:31 GMT

@gidgetgh wrote:
@zitawins wrote:
Does anyone here use probiotics? Why do you use them and how do they work for you?

I've tried a couple for bloating (TMI I know), but I don't feel any different.

@zitawins - I'm pretty new to them and won't horrify you with all the details, but I've been having intestinal issues for months now. Lots of tests, still waiting for some results to come in. I think gallbladder or a specific parasite. Doctor isn't convinced on the gallbladder (I am) but he thought the parasite was worth a try.

Anyway, during all this I was on some antibiotics and even though I was taking a probiotic with them (Align capsules) and eating yogurt each day, some of the tests show zero natural flora in my system. Zero.

So I switched to Align Prebiotic And Probiotic gummies. I have been on them almost a month now. I have noticed a slight improvement. Emphasis on the word slight.

'My doctor wants me to try another kind of probiotics and I ordered them from Amazon and am going to try those when I finish the bottle of Align. If you are interested in the name, I will post it for you.

'My overall problem is that I'm having trouble tolerating certain foods, the worst being vegetables. My system just won't process them.

@gidgetgh

That makes sense. Vegetables are some of the friendly flora's favorite food. If you have none in your gut, it would be difficult to digest them.

And when you deplete your good bacteria, your system gets out of whack and you can become sensitive to various foods.

Replenishing your gut can be a long process.

Re: Probiotics

geezerette — Sun, 29 Aug 2021 13:34:28 GMT

@sann wrote:
The best probiotic is plain yogurt........

@sann

Most commercial yogurts don't have many viable probiotics in them. Homemade plain yogurt is a totally different story.

And many people with diminished gut flora can't tolerate dairy products.

Re: Probiotics

zitawins — Sun, 29 Aug 2021 14:03:23 GMT

Hey all! Sincere thanks to everyone who replied. I am much better informed now with all your personal experiences. I'm thinking I may try sauerkraut or kumchee products.

Bless you all!

Re: Probiotics

sann — Sun, 29 Aug 2021 15:04:20 GMT

@geezerette wrote:
@sann wrote:
The best probiotic is plain yogurt........
@sann

Most commercial yogurts don't have many viable probiotics in them. Homemade plain yogurt is a totally different story.

And many people with diminished gut flora can't tolerate dairy products.

That is not true !!!!! I am one of those people that do not tolerate dairy products well, however Plain Greek yogurt doesn't bother me at all !!!!!!

Re: Probiotics

northiie57 — Sun, 29 Aug 2021 16:00:54 GMT

My doc said they all work the same even the lower priced ones. I have been taking these for over a year and they work great for me. Good value for the price. I order them on Amazon.