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CFUs Explained
What do CFUs mean on a probiotic label? CFU stands for Colony-Forming Unit—and it's basically the way probiotics are measured. CFU is the number of live, active microorganisms in [...]
Leaky Gut
Leaky Gut Is it the cause of disease or the result of it? Leaky gut (scientific name: increased intestinal permeability) means that the lining of your intestines becomes more [...]
Are all Probiotics the Same?
Are all probiotics the same? Nope — not all probiotics are the same at all. In fact, the differences between them can be pretty major. Think of probiotics like breeds [...]
Probiotic Myths
Myths about Probiotics There are several myths and misconceptions surrounding probiotics. Here are a few: 1. All Probiotics Are the Same: One common misconception is that all probiotics are identical [...]
Popular and Researched Probiotics
What are the most popular probiotics? The most popular probiotic varies depending on the intended use, but some of the best-selling and widely used probiotic brands and strains include: Top-Selling [...]
What DO Probiotics Do?
First, what are Probiotics for and: How do they work? Probiotics work by helping to maintain or restore a healthy balance of good and bad microorganisms (mostlly bacteria) in your [...]
Probiotics: Questions and Issues
For the next several blogs, we will try to answer the questions and issues you may have about probiotics. How do probiotics work? Probiotics work by helping to maintain or [...]
Understanding Probiotic Names-Strain (3 of 3)
My previous 2 Blogs discussed how the Genus and Species of a microbe are determined. The stain of a probiotic is very important when choosing the correct probiotic for you. [...]