Can Probiotics Help You Lose Weight and Belly Fat?

Probiotics are live microorganisms that have health benefits when eaten. They may certainly improve digestive health, but can they help you lose weight? That's what I'm looking at in this video.

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[Daniela-gyxn]

I’m only 1 week on probiotics and I can swear my anxiety is almost gone and my appetite has decreased. Is so unbelievable!!

[rosebow]

I have a digestive problem, and I have to use probiotics... I started dropping sizes like CRAZY and I got scared XD I'm glad this isn't anything to worry about

[kjvwarrior]

All I know is that, I've been doing probiotics for 2yrs and my waist is down to a 34, even quitting junk food didn't do that.

[hasaraka]

After hearing the research on pre and probiotics things are suddenly starting to make a lot of sense!! When I was in high school I weighed around 240lbs. I started dropping weight my junior and senior years of high school and dropped to around 185. Then my freshman year of college I lost the rest which was another 60lbs. I later gained it all back and now back to 240lbs. I have tried dieting and exercising but it doesn't really budge now. I'll lose maybe 5lbs for a week THEN GAIN 10 MORE! Now it makes sense... When I was in high school we went through a period where we were very, very poor. We had red beans and rice for almost every dinner. Beans are GREAT for good gut bacteria. It's a PREbiotic. Then when I went to college and dropped the rest I was eating a lot of yogurt... a great PRObiotic. I'm going to try my dieting again, but this time consciously choosing pre and probiotic foods and supplementing with a probiotic pill and seeing if it makes the same dramatic results from college :)

[adrianajefferson]

1 week on probiotics and I noticed my appetite decreased, even in my period 🙌 hoping to see results soon

[jssanchez]

I got probiotics that are made specifically for you. So it gave me strains of what I'm missing. I've lost 5-7 lbs and I've done nothing different. In not as hungry, and I'm more regular going to the bathroom. This is giving me the motivation to work out and see if I can lose more weight.

[iloveteaalot]

Yes, I've finally become the first to comment on a somewhat popular channel's video!

[AmyStackAmyEmily]

Maybe you could do a video on whether or not taking an enzyme supplement will help with weight loss?

[duncan]

Thanks, now I know why I have gained weight. I am 62 use the treadmill 3x a week and walk 4 miles an hour. I eat tons of salad with apple cider vinegar and
a little vegetable oil. My main proteins are a peanutbutter sandwich on 12 grain bread for brunch. Dinner a piece of chicken and a huge salad. Banannas for snacks. I will also drink a glass of chocholate almond milk with brunch and sometimes after the treadmill. I have been taking a probiotic for about 6 weeks now and my stomach has gotten bigger. The probiotic is the one you mentioned that may cause gain. I am 6ft 4 in. and 192 lbs. The fat is my stomach that sticks out. Thank you much. Best Wishes

[Stroon]

I got some pre and probi0tics for something completely unrelated. Dropped 11 pounds in a month (from obese to overweight). Rarely hungry now and full of energy.

[deniseh]

I'm on my 6th day and I lost alooot of weight and feel so good.

[AJmnz]

Thank you for all the research you did in order to provide us with the information, Joe. I found it helpful.

[timothyg]

this is great information Authority nutrition. the information about acidophilus is invaluable. Thank you so much for posting this

[MsBearfamily]

Thanks for the easy to understand video. I will give it a try.

[fitforfreelance]

good summary here. I'm researching a video for my channel and finding the same studies and reaching the same "meh.... probiotics aren't the best way to lose weight" conclusion

[Blackfire]

but didn't according to research dietary fat don't necessary increase body fat? other than trans fat or I am wrong?

[Joe-khih]

So does this mean taking antibiotics might make you gain weight? I recently got a bad infection so I am on antibiotics

[krm-DRM]

Lies - you forgot people drink alcohol get alcohol fat hard to remove

[venusmari]

I always thought dieting is expensive and 'healthy' food costs a lot. Little did I know. I got my diet plan from Agoge Diet and I was able to select foods that fit my budget.

[zhxilas]

The eyes too beautiful. I am too distracted 😭