Summary: <p>Let’s talk about probiotics. Probiotics are friendly bacteria in very high numbers. </p> <p><br></p> <p>You have ten times more microbes than your own cells, and these microbes make up a significant part of your immune system. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Friendly microbes support gut health and make bile, vitamins, and neurotransmitters. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Here are seven key things you need to know about probiotics:</p> <p>1. Probiotics are not just good for gut health but also for many other areas of the body. </p> <p><br></p> <p>2. Use antibiotics sparingly, and anytime you take an antibiotic, take a probiotic at the same time. </p> <p><br></p> <p>3. Try natural antibiotics, like garlic, oregano, colloidal silver, black walnut extract, tea tree oil, and cranberry. </p> <p><br></p> <p>4. Plain kefir contains diverse, friendly microbes in higher amounts than yogurt. </p> <p><br></p> <p>5. Having low stomach acid increases your risk of SIBO. Don’t consume probiotics if you have SIBO. Instead, try betaine hydrochloride, natural antibiotics, and fasting. </p> <p><br></p> <p>6. Soil-based vegetables contain good bacteria. </p> <p><br></p> <p>7. Probiotics make metabiotics, which have a lot of potential health benefits. </p>
