Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Fermented pickles and olives can be a source of probiotics, but olives offer more when it comes ...

Are Prebiotics or Probiotics Better for Gut Health? Both prebiotics and probiotics are important for gut health, but ...

New research found that adding clover honey to yogurt can support probiotic survival, but this did not result in additional digestive health benefits.

If you’ve heard the buzz about oral probiotics, lozenges or melts that deliver beneficial bacteria to your mouth, you’re not alone. The idea is simple: just as gut probiotics can nudge your ...

Synbiotics are widely studied for their potential to optimize gut ecology, strengthen immunity, and advance overall ...

Rachael Link is a registered dietitian and health writer based in San Francisco. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Central Missouri and holds a master’s degree from New York ...

Sarah is an experienced writer and editor enthusiastic about helping readers live their healthiest and happiest lives. Before joining Forbes Health, Sarah worked as a writer for various digital ...

Researchers discovered a concerning association between bacteremia and probiotic use, particularly with Clostridium butyricum (C. butyricum) MIYAIRI 588. Whole-genome sequencing revealed that all C.