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Took alot antibiotics for prior illness, any other ways to build up good bacteria aside from probiotics? i've been told that taking them won't help

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Probiotics do help: w/GI disorders according to research. If you don't want to take them consider taking a prebiotic such as glutathione. If you have GI symptoms see your doctor first to rule out any medical conditions. Peace and good health.

Answered 6/6/2016

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