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Is there any research on which bacteria(s) in probiotics is (are) most beneficial for gut health?

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It isnt pretty: probiotics require living bacterial cultures. Most of the ones in the store wont have enough live culture.

Answered 4/17/2016

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A member asked:

Is there any research on which bacteria(s) in probiotics is (are) most beneficial for gut health?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

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