Best Supplements for Reduced Stool Frequency
Ranked by research evidence. Compare 7 supplements across 10 papers from the biomedical literature, with effect direction, evidence strength, and dose range for each.
Top picks by evidence
- Moderate evidence3 studies
Across 3 studies, all reported beneficial effects of Saccharomyces boulardii on reducing stool frequency in children with acute diarrhea, with effect sizes ranging from small to large. The most-studied population is children aged 2 months to 12 years. Doses were not consistently reported across studies, but one trial used 250 mg twice daily.
Dose: 250 mg bid
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- Moderatesaccharomyces boulardiiAcross 3 studies, all reported beneficial effects of Saccharomyces boulardii on reducing stool frequency in children with acute diarrhea, with effect sizes ranging from small to large. The most-studied population is children aged 2 months to 12 years. Doses were not consistently reported across studies, but one trial used 250 mg twice daily. · Dose: 250 mg bid3 beneficial3 studies