two probiotic strains that have been studied for their use in weight management. A 2018 study found that adults with overweight or obesity who took 10 billion CFU of L. gasseri BNR17 daily for 12 ...

In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate supplements the way it regulates prescription ...

Probiotics are living microorganisms that upon ingestion are purported to have health benefits. In the U.S., probiotics are considered medical foods. Presumably this is because some microorganisms ...

For a long time, Bulsiewicz, like many gastroenterologists, would recommend a probiotic supplement to patients — especially after an antibiotic prescription, which can damage a person's gut flora.

meaning that older adults may be spending money on products that are ineffective and potentially harmful. This paper reviews data on two forms of supplements: herbals and probiotics. An "herbal ...