Probiotics

Very High Research Quality

Description

Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that support gut health, digestion, and immune function.

Benefits

Evidence-supported benefits:

Effective in managing digestive disorders such as IBS and diarrhea

Enhanced immune response

Claimed benefits (insufficient evidence):

Improved digestive health (claimed)

Enhanced immune function (claimed)

Recommended Usage

1-10 billion CFUs daily, depending on strain and purpose.

Research Quality

5/5

Strong evidence from multiple high-quality studies.

Research Evidence

Efficacy of probiotics in irritable bowel syndrome: a meta-analysis of randomized, controlled trials2014

Ford AC, et al.

Methodology

Meta-analysis

Participants

0 subjects

Key Outcomes

Confirmed effectiveness in IBS management across 35 trials

Ford et al. (2014). American Journal of Gastroenterology

Probiotics for the prevention and treatment of antibiotic-associated diarrhea2011

Guandalini S

Methodology

Review

Participants

0 subjects

Key Outcomes

Highlighted efficacy in treating acute diarrhea

Guandalini (2011). Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology

Efficacy of probiotics in enhancing the immune response2015

Hao Q, et al.

Methodology

Systematic review

Participants

0 subjects

Key Outcomes

Demonstrated immune-enhancing effects

Hao et al. (2015). Beneficial Microbes

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Please consult with a healthcare professional before taking any supplements, especially if you have underlying health conditions or are taking medications.