Probiotics for Gut Health: Do They Really Work?
Learn how probiotics may support gut health and when they might be the right choice for you.
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Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice Dr. Shannon Yarosz from the Cedarville University School of Pharmacy explains to @WDTNTV viewers what probiotics are, how they support gut health, and who may benefit from taking them!
She discusses the role of healthy gut bacteria, probiotic supplements, and probiotic-rich foods like yogurt, kefir, kimchi, and sauerkraut. She also shares when probiotics may be helpful, including after a course of antibiotics or for mild digestive concerns such as bloating, while emphasizing the importance of a healthy diet.
Dr. Yarosz also explains why not everyone should start a probiotic without first speaking with a healthcare provider and how pharmacists can help identify the right probiotic strain for specific symptoms.
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Discover the basics of probiotics from Cedarville University Assistant Professor Dr. Shannon Yarosz! Learn what probiotics are, how they may help support gut health after antibiotics or with mild digestive issues, which foods naturally contain probiotics, and why choosing the right probiotic strain matters.