Probiotics

What is Probiotics?

CATEGORY: Supplements

Probiotics are a type of dietary supplement containing bacteria or yeast. Probiotics are live microorganisms that are similar to the beneficial microorganisms found in the human gut. These products are often used to aid digestive health and function.

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How do members experience Probiotics?

Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness

Purpose Patients Evaluations Perceived Effectiveness
General health 248 67
Bowel problems 172 51
Bowel irritability 143 43
Irritable bowel syndrome 56 66
Support digestive health 36 12

Common side effects

Side effect Patients Percentage
Diarrhea 6
Abdominal bloating 5
Flatulence 4
Stomach pain 3
Excessive gas 2
Frequent bowel movements 2

Side effect severity

Side effects as an overall problem
Severity Evaluations Percentage
Severe 3
Moderate 12
Mild 28
None 240

Member evaluations

amcor2002

evaluated on May 15, 2017

  • Perceived effectiveness for General health: None
  • Side effects: None

KipWong

evaluated on May 07, 2017

  • Perceived effectiveness for bowel problems: Moderate
  • Side effects: None

kristinlukow

evaluated on Mar 27, 2017

  • Perceived effectiveness for Gut Health: Major
  • Side effects: None
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