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I have loose motions so i have been taking a probiotic. is it supposed to balance things?
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Depends on cause: Constant diarrhea needs to be evaluated. It may be related to a food allergy, inflammation, or infection. First rule out serious disease before self-treating. Also, not all probiotics are alike and taking the right one can make a difference. Look for at least 1 billion colonies and at least several different strains of bacteria.
Answered 8/5/2017
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