Do you take probiotics? If not, are you questioning if you should be taking them? Probiotics have become quite popular in the last few years and people are taking them for various reasons.
Mostly, they are taken for gut and vaginal health. We have trillions of microorganisms living in our digestive tracts. Microorganisms being a nicer word for bacteria. This can be a little frightening, but think of these as good bacteria.
These bacteria help to keep our gut and immune system healthy. Many things can disrupt the good function of our gut health, like medications, poor diet, or even stress. Studies show that our gut health can be directly related to our mental health. Feeling depressed or anxious? Your gut bacteria may be the culprit.
We find probiotics in foods like yogurt and sauerkraut, and also in drinks like kombucha. Some people resort to supplements on a regular basis or when needed.
First, decide why you want to take probiotics. Some probiotics are good for maintaining vaginal health and others for gut health.
Levels of probiotics, meaning the number of live bacteria included, are important to know when purchasing probiotics. Also, look for this level on the “best by” date on the package.
Some probiotics can be stored at room temperature while others need refrigeration.
Read the label to determine if the probiotics are vegetarian, vegan, or gluten free.
Once Daily Dr. Formulated probiotics from Garden of Life is specially formulated for women’s specific health needs. This probiotic supplement has 50 billion cultures and 16 probiotics for immune system health.
This once daily probiotic supplement contains lactobacillus acidophilus and bifidobacteria for digestive health and constipation relief.
This probiotic supplement is certified gluten-free, dairy free, soy free and is vegetarian. It doesn’t require refrigeration.
RenewLife probiotic contains 5 billion cultures and 12 scientifically studied probiotic strains. The formula is a blend of 12 specially selected strains to reflect the natural diversity of your gut. This probiotic helps restore women’s digestive harmony. It also contains the potent lactobacillus formula that helps support vaginal health.
This probiotic is gluten free, dairy free and soy free. Refrigeration is recommended, but not required.
Culturelle Women’s Healthy Balance contains five clinically proven strains and is one of the most affordable on our list.
This unique blend helps maintain a healthy balance of good bacteria in your body. It works naturally with your body to support vaginal, digestive and immune health in a convenient once daily vegetarian capsule.
Probiotic Pearls Women’s softgels help support vaginal and digestive health with their 1 billion live probiotic cultures. The lactobacillus probiotic strains help support healthy vaginal and urinary tract health, support digestive balance, and immune health.
The triple-layer softgel protects probiotics from heat, air, moisture, and stomach acid to maximize survival and delivery to the intestine. No refrigeration is required.
INNATE Response Formulas probiotic contains 20 billion active cells from a broad spectrum of 14 strains and supports intestinal and immune health. Suitable for vegan diets and is free of soy, dairy and gluten.
Gently filtered from food growth media to remove common allergens and requires refrigeration.
Doctor’s Recipes Women’s Probiotic
This probiotic contains 50 billion CFUs from 16 clinically proven strains to support digestive and immune health. Specially selected Lactobacillus rhamnosus and Lactobacillus reuteri boost feminine health, while prebiotics and cranberries provide additional benefits. With delayed release and shelf stability, Doctor’s Recipes Women Probiotics ensure potency at home or on the go, making it the ultimate choice for digestive and immune support.
OLLY Probiotic + Prebiotic gummies deliver a powerful combination of live probiotics and prebiotic fiber which work together to help keep your natural flora and digestion balance.
Peach flavored gummies are easier to take if you have difficulty swallowing capsules.
Physician’s Choice Women’s Probiotic is a naturally inspired probiotic with targeted doctor-approved probiotic strains for women and contains 50 billion cultures and 6 probiotic strains. The formula includes lactobacillus gasseri, acidophilus, plantarum, paracasei, casei and bifidobacterium lactis.
These vegan capsules are dairy free.
AZO Complete Feminine Balance daily probiotic contains INTELLIFLORA, the only clinically proven probiotic blend with the 4 species of beneficial bacteria commonly found in healthy women. This proven blend restores the natural balance of good bacteria and yeast in your body.
Align Women’s Health gummies support your gut in 2 ways. They contain a prebiotic, Inulin, to help nourish good bacteria in your digestive system and the probiotic, bacillus coagulans, which adds more good bacteria in your gut.
Read HEALTHY NUTRITION – THE SAFEST WAY TO HEALTH.
Also read BEST MULTIVITAMINS AND SUPPLEMENTS FOR WOMEN OVER 50.
Medical Disclaimer: This is not medical advice and you should always consult with your healthcare professional before taking medications and supplements.
Do you take probiotic supplements regularly? What is your experience with probiotics? Is your favorite brand not on our list? Let us know in the comments below.
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