Absorption
✦Take with or just before a meal. Choose products with specific strains studied for your condition. Refrigerate to maintain viability.
Daily Dose
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Common dose: 1–10 billion CFU daily, depending on the strain and health condition being targeted.
RDA: No official RDA established.
Upper limit: Not established.
Best form: Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains are among the most researched and effective.
Timing: Take with or just before a meal for better survival through the gastrointestinal tract.
The effectiveness of probiotics can vary widely by strain and individual health. It's advisable to choose products that contain strains with clinical evidence supporting their use.
Effects
Food Sources
- Yogurt10^8-10^10 CFU per serving
- Kefir10^9-10^10 CFU per serving
- Sauerkraut10^7-10^9 CFU per serving