I’ve been taking probiotic supplement every day for the past 5 or so years. I’m convinced that they have contributed to my overall health and well-being but have also helped my digestive system adapt when it’s thrown for a loop. They’ve helped to keep me regular and healthy while I’m traveling, and got everything back to normal quickly after needing full anesthesia for my knee surgery. In general, probiotics have been found to support: Immunity. Since 80% of of your immune system resides just outside of your intestinal walls, a healthy gut supports a healthy immune system. A healthy gut microbiome helps to minimize immune responses that lead to inflammation…

Probiotics are live micro-organisms that are administered to provide benefit to the host. They mainly consist of bacteria, but also include fungi such as yeasts. There are two types of probiotics: exogenous and endogenous. Exogenous probiotics are those that are consumed through the diet and must be continually ingested to maintain balance in the bowels. Endogenous probiotics are those beneficial bacteria and fungi that naturally occur in the human gut and make up the microbiome. If you’re new to probiotics, it’s a good idea to consult your doctor and make sure that a probiotic isn’t going to interfere with any medications or symptoms of an existing condition. This guide can…