Probiotics can massively affect your overall well-being, from gut functions to immunity to sexual/reproductive health. Hence, if you are using a probiotic supplement, you are highly likely to observe its effects on your periods. Contrary to the common belief, probiotics improve your menstrual health by regulating sex hormones, namely estrogen, and progesterone. Which in turn also affects the bleeding flow and menstruation…
Candidiasis (in short, Candida) is a fungal infection caused by the outgrowth of naturally occurring yeasts. This fact raises questions about the safety of probiotic bacteria and yeast cells; Can these microbes also grow excessively in the body and contribute to an irritating infection? Fortunately, the answer is no, and probiotics actually have a reverse…
The results of probiotic studies vary over the years, and they even have conflicting results. Still, there have been several that show the positive effects of good bacteria for breastfeeding moms and their babies. In this article, I’m sharing with you my top 9 favorite probiotics for nursing moms, and tips on how you can…
For this article, I have looked through user opinions and scientific material to determine which oral probiotics can serve as comparable alternatives to suppositories. Moreover, I have shortlisted some effective probiotic suppositories for you as well. As quoted in research papers, the vaginal microbiome of approximately 70% of healthy women is abundant in Lactobacillus species…
It is easy to assume that probiotics supplement needs are similar between men and women. They both have a similar gut environment. But, when you consider factors like the stress gap between men and women or the need for the vaginal microbiome, you’d agree that women and men can benefit from different dosages and strains….
For this article, I have looked into clinical evidence and user reviews to provide you with a satisfactory answer to the question of how the question of if probiotics cause more discharge. An abundance of good bacteria in your vaginal microbiome counteracts the growth of infectious microorganisms by various mechanisms. Therefore, moderate probiotics consumption is…
As many as 75% of women experience vaginal yeast infection or thrush at least once in their life. (learn more about this below) Thrush is a fungal or yeast infection caused by the yeast, Candida albicans. Because there’s actually yeast in some probiotic products, you might be wondering if these can cause thrush. Also, if you…
With constipation and diarrhea being common discomforts experienced by pregnant women, it isn’t surprising that you might consider using probiotics. But can you take probiotics during pregnancy? Although studies about probiotic use during pregnancy are limited, researchers found no association between probiotics and the incidence of C-sections, low birth weight, miscarriages, or malformations of any…
Taking probiotics for the first time or after a very long time can cause cramping. The reason is because of the sudden changes to the intestinal microbial flora. Disturbance of the intestinal bacterial balance can lead to gastrointestinal problems. Probiotics are known to aid proper bowel movement and relieve symptoms of indigestion when used. However,…
There is a lot of debate surrounding the topic of probiotics and birth control pills. Some people believe that taking probiotics while on birth control can decrease the effectiveness of the pill. Others claim that there is no evidence to support this claim and that probiotics are safe to take while on birth control. So,…