Probiotics

Probiotics and their health benefits are often the subject of both conversations and questions. Today, gmfh’s editorial staff offers you a selection of material developed by the international scientific association for probiotics and prebiotics (isapp) to better understand these bacteria.

Immune function and infections [ edit ]

Byrdie / marcus millan antibiotics, poor diet, or traveling can compromise the innate bacteria living inside us. But supplemental probiotics, consumed naturally or in supplement form, can help restore a healthy gut microbiome. A 2018 study published by the national institutes of health (nih) indicates probiotics support immune function, digestion, and nutrition absorption. Another 2018 nih study notes that probiotics can decrease the risk or duration of common infections, including those of the respiratory tract and gut. With this in mind, we went to work and tried a handful of top-rated probiotics, spanning a range of budgets and particular gut health needs.

Evidence shows that probiotics are extremely beneficial for overall health and wellness because of the role they play in the gut microbiome. Probiotics have been recognized for supporting digestive health, mental health, and overall immune function. “probiotics are beneficial for the gut, however, they can be helpful for general health as they can improve your immune system and reduce the risk of infections, aid in digestion, reduce risk of harmful microorganisms, assist with nutrient absorption, and even help with vitamin production,” says amy archer rdn, clt, chwc, registered dietitian nutritionist and owner of wellness rd. More and more research is also emerging that shows the benefits of probiotics for mental health due to the two-way connection between the gut and the brain, known as the gut-brain axis.

Inflammatory bowel disease [ edit ]

Studies show that taking probiotic supplements — for overall health or to counter the effects of antibiotics — can alter the composition of your microbiome and reduce the levels of microbial diversity in your gut, which is linked to a number of health problems. Probiotic supplements come in the form of capsules, gummies, powders and pills that contain live microorganisms believed to boost gut health. There is a subset of people who may benefit from taking them, including people with gastrointestinal ailments. Studies have found that probiotic supplements can reduce symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease.

There are trillions of microorganisms (mainly bacteria) in your body, and most of them live in your intestines, also called your gut microbiota. The microbiota is unique to you and is dynamic based on the foods you eat, dietary supplements, medications, stress levels, and body weight. Plus, several lifestyle factors, like stress, smoking, or excessive alcohol consumption, negatively affect your gut bacteria, which is one reason we see an increase in digestive health issues. The overall balance and diversity of bacteria in your microbiota affect the health of your digestive tract and body. Changes to the gut microbiome are associated with changes in digestion, infections, inflammation, inflammatory bowel disease , and irritable bowel syndrome (ibs).

Some people with inflammatory bowel diseases (ibd) need to have surgery to remove their colon and rectum. Something called a j-pouch is formed, which creates a new structure to store and pass stool. This procedure may increase your risk of an infection known as pouchitis. The american gastroenterological association (aga) recommends an 8 strain probiotic which may help prevent pouchitis in up to 90% of individuals who have undergone j-pouch surgery, though if the probiotic is too expensive, it is not necessary.

We have trillions of bacteria living on or in us – and over 80% of these live in our gut. Over thousands of years of co-evolution, we have developed a way of working together with our bacteria, which play a hugely important role in our bodies. They help us synthesise vitamins and digest fibre. A growing body of evidence also suggests that they play a vital role in our health and wellbeing, too. Imbalances in our gut bacteria can cause us to develop chronic diseases , including obesity, type 2 diabetes and inflammatory bowel disease. These imbalances can occur when you take antibiotics , which can wipe out the healthy bacteria in your gut.

Irritable bowel syndrome [ edit ]

By now, you might have heard the term "gut health" buzzing around the internet. This term refers to the amount of good bacteria versus bad bacteria in your gut. This is especially important if you, like many others, are dealing with constant bloating, cramping or digestive issues. According to the national institute of diabetes and digestive and kidney diseases, about 70 million americans have a digestive disorder. Probiotics can help with irritable bowel syndrome, or ibs, as well as gastrointestinal issues, eczema, yeast infections and lactose intolerance. Here is what you need to know.

Before taking a probiotic, talk to your doctor about which specific products would be best for you. Your ideal probiotic(s) will depend on your digestive health, which diseases you do or don’t have, your diet and lifestyle, and many other factors. For example, the bacterial strains that work well for someone with constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome are likely different than the ones that help someone with crohn’s disease. For most people, eating fermented foods and prebiotics can help improve digestive health. Just make sure to slowly add in these foods by starting small and adding more as you can tolerate, and then follow our tips for being a good microbe host.

The use of probiotics relates to digestive health. Although some probiotics have shown promise in research studies, strong scientific evidence to support specific uses of probiotics for health conditions is lacking. There is evidence that probiotics may be helpful in reducing or preventing diarrhea caused by infections and antibiotics. They also may improve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. As far as the u. S. Food and drug administration (fda) is concerned, depending on a probiotic product’s intended use, it might be regulated as a dietary supplement, a food ingredient, or a drug. Probiotic products are not currently approved to treat a disease or health condition.

Simply put, probiotics contain live bacteria that are meant to help populate "good" bacteria in your gut microbiome. The idea behind probiotics is that a healthy gut microbiome can be conducive to better overall health and may help specific conditions like irritable bowel syndrome or even vaginal yeast infections. But the science behind these bugs is still controversial and many studies are underway to fully understand how they work. To shed some light on the topic, i tapped a gastroenterologist and gut health expert, dr. Will bulsiewicz , to explain how probiotics work and help you figure out if they are right for you.

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