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Dr. Oz says probiotic supplements have wide-ranging health benefits. Here's what science says


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Published in Health and Fitness on Friday, March 14th 2025 at 16:43 GMT by Fortune   Print publication without navigation

  • Our bodies
  • and guts, specifically
  • depend on a balance of bacteria to "maintain healthy blood sugar and cholesterol levels," but "you gotta feed the bacteria." So said Dr. Mehmet Oz
  • heart surgeon turned daytime TV host,

The article from MSN discusses Dr. Oz's endorsement of probiotic supplements for their wide-ranging health benefits, juxtaposed with scientific perspectives on their efficacy. Dr. Oz highlights probiotics' potential to improve gut health, boost immunity, and even influence mental health through the gut-brain axis. However, the scientific community offers a more nuanced view. While some studies support the benefits of probiotics for conditions like irritable bowel syndrome, antibiotic-related diarrhea, and possibly mental health, the evidence is not universally conclusive. Experts caution that the effectiveness of probiotics can vary greatly depending on the strain, dosage, and individual health conditions. There's also a call for more rigorous, large-scale studies to confirm these benefits. The article emphasizes the importance of personalized advice from healthcare providers over generic supplement recommendations, noting that while probiotics can be beneficial, they are not a cure-all and should be considered within the broader context of diet, lifestyle, and medical treatment.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/nutrition/dr-oz-says-probiotic-supplements-have-wide-ranging-health-benefits-here-s-what-science-says/ar-AA1AWwIz ]

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