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Should I give my entire family a probiotic drink to keep their gut healthy?
I have been considering giving a probiotic drink for my entire family to improve their gut health. Are there any side effects of probiotic drinks?
3 Answers
Not particularly.
Probiotics are safe and provide good digestive health. If you are not having bowel issues, there is no reason to take a probiotic. There is no benefit if your digestive system is functioning fine.
A well-balanced diet that includes yogurt is adequate to maintain intestinal health and provide a natural source of probiotics.
William Z Cohen, M.D., F. A. A. F. P.