Will a Probiotic Help Me Lose Weight?

Probiotics are all the rage, but will they help you lose weight? I share the research and interesting facts about probiotics and fat loss.

Probiotics are bacteria that you eat, which sounds like a silly thing to do. But when ingested, these good bacteria get planted in your gut where they help with everything from building a strong immune system to calming bloating after a meal.

Researchers have found that the bacteria living in the gut of an obese person is different than that of a lean person. This observation has led to speculation that a healthy gut means a healthy weight.

In this video, I share...
*The good and the bad of the research when it comes to probiotics and gut health.
*Why scientists performed gastric bypass on mice to learn about gut bacteria.
*What to beware of when buying a probiotic
*How to get the most out of a probiotic by eating the right foods

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Disclaimer: Dr. Becky Gillaspy, DC received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1991. Her use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to herself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Gillaspy was a licensed chiropractor in Pennsylvania, but she no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Gillaspy and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Dr Becky Fitness LLC and Dr. Rebecca Gillaspy, D.C. are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this video or site.

[piespies]

I take probiotic to treat my cystic acne... and I tell you the redness and my acne is gone in 3 days.

[ElonTrades]

Was on antibiotics for a week, became fatigued and hungry constantly, started taking probiotics several days ago- appetite has decreased.

[smOVERCOMINGITALL]

I started taking probiotics just a few weeks ago and while I cant attest to weight loss I can tell you that my bloating alone has gone down significantly. I took it for gut health bc I was having IBS symptoms but drs said it was not full on IBS and to take them to see if it helped. I am getting the classic side effects of gas and loose stool right now as its early on and they said should balance out over time. However, I started to pass the bloating stage and my husband looked at me and went "are you losing weight?" I do not believe I am losing fat just yet but the bloating I suffer with has gone down dramatically which was my goal in taking them In the first place.

[arckocsog]

This topic about gut bacteria is so important! Could you, please review sweeteners based on how they alter gut bacteria? I've been using saccharin for 20 years and I just read a study, according to which it alters gut bacteria in a bad way. In the end, it is possible that sweeteners cause the very problem they are used against!

[cacampbell]

I check the ingredients on almost everything I even think about buying! But when I buy probiotics I do not! So thanks for that suggestion.
Also appreciated the clear, simple and perfectly repeated info about the relationship between prebiotics and probiotics!
You are an exceptionally fine communicator in my opinion!
And, I'm so glad you're on the team that's changing western culture for the better.

[tommydenato]

Well spoken. Very informative. Great vid!

[jenniferjones]

You def are my go to advice person. Very helpful. Just to say i recently started these and since i have my weight has started to move and my colon is working properly again..if you catch my drift. I do have an underactive thyroid and am on wharfrin and my meds aren't bothered by these either. Collards are ok in very small amounts due to vitamin k so i eat nuts and other veg and its all working well.

[vickiewestbrooks]

Another excellent video and great information as always! I of course didn't think of sugar in my Probiotics and will be running to the kitchen as soon as I'm done with this post!!! You Rock!!! Vickie

[josefinamagallanes]

Very good video & thank you for it; you are very kind for sharing your intelligence.

[brownpunk]

Hi Doctor Becky..what is ur opinion on Yakult..is this a good probiotic?
thanks

[josefinamagallanes]

This is super interesting, thank you very much for making the video, you are a very smart person.

[jaycobbina]

Thank you for your no fuss.to the point fact filled posts...i cannot bare those posts that are just pure waffle and all the facts are lost .

[niajenkins]

Thank you for the informative video. I can't see this product on the link you posted? The brand is Pure Encapsulation, but what is the product name please?

[HumbleAndKind]

I cannot find the probiotic you take. The link is not showing it. Please send info on what to order.
Thank you

[CharlieMacklin]

Interesting. I’m wondering about the relationship between yeast (fungus) and bacteria within the digestive system.

[josefinamagallanes]

The people writing the paper should have gained a little weight, then taken probiotics on their own-

[sherivance]

Ok-i understand to eat fermented foods....but when to you take the probiotic??? With food? Any type of food?? Empty stomach??? Thanks

[Dollymoirangcha]

Plz tell me how to use this products and how I found this products

[rachkate]

In Australia we have a probiotic by BioCeuticals with 500 billion probiotic and 14 different strains.

[gladiator_games]

Can I drink activia probiotic dailies if my stomach is healthy??