Probiotics are certain types of live microorganisms, such as bacteria and yeast, that live in our gut, nose on the skin, and just about every other part of our body. You can consume them through ...

The human gastrointestinal tract houses roughly 100 trillion microorganisms (good bacteria). These microorganisms make up ...

There is considerable confusion surrounding prebiotics and probiotics. What are they? How do they differ? What do they do for your health? Are the supplements worth purchasing? The list goes on. So, ...

If you’ve heard the buzz about oral probiotics, lozenges or melts that deliver beneficial bacteria to your mouth, you’re not alone. The idea is simple: just as gut probiotics can nudge your intestinal ...

Within the world of dietary supplements, vitamins and minerals are king. But just behind vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin D, calcium, iron and magnesium, exist a variety of ...

Medically reviewed by Patricia Mikula, PharmD Taking probiotics (beneficial living microbes) and magnesium together is ...

Many parents have heard of probiotics — those “good bacteria” that help with gut health. But are probiotics safe for kids? And do they really help? Caroline Salozzo, MBA, RD, LDN, a registered ...

Medically reviewed by Lindsay Cook, PharmD Key Takeaways People should work with a healthcare provider to understand which ...