Q I heard probiotics are helpful—which ones should I choose and how should I take them?
A Probiotics can help when gut microbiome imbalance is the cause, but the strain type and dosage matter. Generally, multi-strain products (Lactobacillus + Bifidobacterium combination) taken before meals for at least 4 consecutive weeks tend to be effective.
Detailed Answer
Probiotics are not effective for all types of food intolerance. Lactobacillus acidophilus has shown effectiveness in studies for lactose intolerance, and certain strain combinations for FODMAP sensitivity. Since individual responses vary, it is advisable to start with a small dose and reduce the dose if bloating worsens.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
In Korean medicine, fermented foods (small amounts of doenjang, cheonggukjang, aged kimchi) act as natural probiotics while also supporting the spleen-stomach. However, for those with histamine intolerance, fermented foods themselves can be triggers, so selection is made based on constitution and individual responses.
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