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I take probiotics - should i rotate them or change the strain/brand at any regular intervals?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Probiotics: are best taken 30 minutes prior to a meal or with a meal that has some fat content. Peace and good health. Dr. Ohira brand is a good one. No need to change them unless they are not helpful to you. Look for multiple strains in the product rather than the amount of each strain.

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Answered 8/5/2018

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