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Best way to get probiotics? pills or yogurt

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Dr. Kenneth Lanier answered

Specializes in Pharmacology

Pills: The pills usually have higher concentrations of probiotics.

Dr Pappas and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 5/12/2016

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