Which one is the best probiotics for me? How to choose?

Probiotics have gained significant attention for their potential health benefits, ranging from constipation to sleep disturbances. However, with so many options available, choosing the right probiotic can be overwhelming. Do you know how to choose the right probiotics for you?

Probiotics are live microorganisms that provide health benefits when consumed in adequate amounts. Depending on your needs, there are specific strain of probiotics that can provide help to the problem you encounter. Different individuals may react differently and takes time to work, unless you encounter side effects such as stomach unwell or allergy, you should try to use the same probiotics for at least 3 months before switching. Choose products with safety and efficacy reports to ensure it is of the highest quality

CFUs (Colony forming Units) should be specifically mentioned in your product as it indicates the number of live bacteria in a probiotic. A higher CFU count does not mean better results and usually a probiotic with 1-10 billion CFU will be sufficient. You should always go for strain specific if you wish to target a specific problem.

Well documented probiotics strain

Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG has well established studies supporting its ability to produce antimicrobial substance and is resistance to acid and bile. It is also well known for its ability to reduce constipation and promotes immune health.

Lactobacillus rhamnosus LR06 works differently than the GG counterpart. It is mainly for destress purposes hence it can help relaxation and sleep quality, instead of constipation or other gastrointestinal problems.

Saccharomyces boulardii cncm i-745 is a probiotic specifically for diarrhea, including both usual diarrhea and diarrhea because of antibiotic or other drug use. There are also limited studies suggesting its use for acute diarrhea relief.

Lactobacillus salivarius LS01 is a probiotic specifically for eczema. It can effectively help with redness and swelling of the skin and is one of the few studied probiotics in the market specifically targeting eczema individuals.

Bifidobacterium longum W11 is indicated for IBS symptomatic relief. It can help rebalance the disturbed microbiota to reduce the occurrence of IBS symptoms, including both constipation and diarrhea.

Bifidobacterium Breve BR03 is another probiotics strain but specifically for individuals with weight concern.