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Probiotics

Also known as: Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, probiotic supplement, gut health supplement

Live microorganisms intended to confer a health benefit. Different strains have different evidence profiles. Relevant to hormonal health via the gut-hormone axis (oestrobolome), with the gut microbiome playing a role in oestrogen metabolism, immune regulation, mood (gut-brain axis), and metabolic health.

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Research Context

Research context compiled from published sources

How does Probiotics work?

Specific probiotic strains colonise the gut, competing with pathogenic bacteria and producing short-chain fatty acids (butyrate, propionate, acetate). The oestrobolome (gut bacteria with beta-glucuronidase activity) influences circulating oestrogen levels by deconjugating oestrogen metabolites for reabsorption. Gut bacteria also produce neurotransmitter precursors (GABA, serotonin) and modulate systemic inflammation.

Research Depth

Unknown

Long-Term Evidence

Unknown

Known Interactions
Immunosuppressants (theoretical risk of bacteraemia in severely immunocompromised)Antibiotics (may reduce probiotic viability — separate doses)
Reported Contraindicated Populations
Severely immunocompromised individuals (risk of bacteraemia)Short bowel syndromeCentral venous catheters (theoretical translocation risk)
Published Dose Ranges
100000000050000000000 CFU/dayoral · once daily
Clinical trials (strain-dependent)

Dose ranges from published research. Individual dosing should be determined with your healthcare provider based on your specific circumstances.

Factual research context from published sources — not a safety assessment or recommendation. Research classifications may change as new data emerges.

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