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Jul 2024
9m 22s

When do probiotic supplements make sense...

QuickAndDirtyTips.com, Monica Reinagel
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US consumers are spending 3 billion dollars a year on probiotic supplements. Are they getting a good return on investment?

Mentioned in this episode:

Choosing an appropriate probiotic product for your patient: An evidence-based practical guide

Fiber content of common foods
Impact of probiotics on colonizing microbiota of the gut
Are probiotics and prebiotics effective in the prevention of travellers' diarrhea: A systematic review and meta-analysis
 

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