Choose the right probiotic
| STRAIN | TARGETS | HOW IT WORKS | PRODUCT PICK | HOW MUCH? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acidophilus CL 1285 | Overall digestion | Balances gut flora | Bio K+CL 1285 Original Fermented Milk | Contains 100 billion CFUs* per 3.5-oz. bottle. Drink 1/4-1 bottle/day. |
| L. acidophilus DDS-1 | Stomach cramps and gas triggered by lactose intolerance | Produces enzyme lactase and hydrogen peroxide | Natren Mega Vegi-Dophilus | Contains 2 billion CFUs per teaspoon. Start with 1/8 tsp/day and increase to 1 tsp/day. |
| L. rhamnosus GG | Immune system | Balances gut flora; inhibits growth of harmful bacteria | Culturelle | Contains 10 billion CFUs per capsule. Take one daily. |
| L. rhamnosus GR-1 and L. fermentum RC-14 | Vaginal yeast infections | Inhibits bacteria growth and yeast | Jarrow Fem-Dophilus | Contains 5 billion CFUs per capsule. Take one daily; increase to 2/day as needed. |
| L. plantarum 299v | Pain and constipation associated with IBS | Balances gut flora | Good Belly Multi-Probiotic Fruit Drink | Contains 20 billion CFUs per 2.7-oz. container. Drink one daily. |
| Saccharomyces boulardii | Antibiotic-provoked diarrhea | Balances gut flora | Florastor | Contains 5 billion CFUs per capsule. Take 6/day. |
| *Colony forming units | ||||
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