A 34-year-old member asked:
docs, what's a gentle probiotic to take if you have problems with diarrhea?
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Dr. Bernard Seif answered
40 years experience Clinical Psychology
Probiotics: If you have GI symptoms and have seen your doctor, a multi-strain probiotic is a good. Recent research points to the bacteria in the gut as influencing mood and overall health so a probiotic can be helpful for all of us. Peace and good health.
Answered on May 24, 2017
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A 35-year-old member asked:
Dr. Heidi Fowler answered
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Probiotics : Consider use of Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus reuteri or Saccharomyces boulardii.
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Dr. Oscar Novick answered
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Diarrhea: Continue with the probiotics. Keep a diarrhea to see if something you are eating or drinking is responsible for your diarrhea, especially if you are d ... Read More
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Either way: There is no objective evidence that "probiotics" treat any illness. However, taking these would not be harmful, other than the cost.
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A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. Bernard Seif answered
40 years experience Clinical Psychology
Diarrhea: for that length of time is serious. You MAY develop electrolyte imbalance and dehydration. Please see your doctor. Personality traits such as Type ... Read More
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