Author: Baiza Batool

Probiotics and multivitamins usage is constantly increasing as almost 30.9% of the US population have gut issues, and up to 95%  face different micro-nutrient deficiencies. But is it safe to take both these supplements together? How do probiotics interfere with vitamins? Will they decrease their efficacy or increase it? To find out the answers, I…

Generally, it is believed that antibiotics and probiotics are agonists and can not co-exist.  However, the relationship between antibiotics and probiotics isn’t as straightforward as it seems.  Here are some key points that will allow you insight into their love-hate dynamics. Key Highlights Adding to the complexity, certain antibiotics are more detrimental to the beneficial…

My Top Picks Your sweat is odorless; It is, in fact, the bacteria on your skin that turns you from sweaty to smelly. So, if you still find yourself asking, do probiotics help odor? The answer is a resounding yes! Because if bad bacteria can make you smell bad, the good bacteria can do just…

According to UCSF, the normal stomach acid pH ranges between 1.5 to 3.5. However, most probiotic strains flourish in the intestinal and colon environment where the pH is between 6 to 7. These values indicate that probiotic supplements lacking the right species or appropriate coatings to protect susceptible strains are nearly ineffective. Therefore, here are…

Did you know that in the United States, someone somewhere experiences a heart attack every 40 seconds? This is your sign to prioritize your heart health starting today and make a conscious effort to eliminate all the risk factors.  If you’re unsure about where to begin, consider stocking up on probiotics.  Here’s why they can…