To improve and restore gut health, certain probiotic bacteria are often recommended due to their beneficial effects on the gut microbiome. Key strains include:

1. Lactobacillus species: These include Lactobacillus acidophilus, L. plantarum, L. rhamnosus, L. reuteri, and others. They help restore the natural balance of gut bacteria, especially after it's been disrupted by illness or antibiotics¹².

2. Bifidobacterium species: Examples are Bifidobacterium bifidum, B. longum, B. breve, and B. lactis. These are known to support gut barrier function and immune health¹².

3. Saccharomyces boulardii: This is a type of yeast that has been shown to restore gut flora balance and prevent gastrointestinal disorders, such as diarrhea²³.

These probiotics work by positively altering the gut microbiota, thereby improving immune function, enhancing the intestinal barrier, and potentially reducing symptoms of gut-related disorders⁴⁵. Selection of specific strains can vary as different strains may be more effective for certain conditions⁶.

Footnotes

1. A.A. Amara, "Role of Probiotics in health improvement, infection control and disease treatment and management," NCBI, 2013. ↩ ↩²

2. Peera Hemarajata, "Effects of probiotics on gut microbiota: mechanisms of intestinal immunomodulation and neuromodulation," NCBI, 2013. ↩ ↩² ↩³

3. Nicoleta-Maricica Maftei, "The Potential Impact of Probiotics on Human Health: An Update on Their Health-Promoting Properties," NCBI, 2023. ↩

4. Mahsa Shahrokhi, "Probiotics - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf," NCBI Bookshelf. ↩

5. R. K. Rao, "Protection and Restitution of Gut Barrier by Probiotics: Nutritional and Clinical Implications," NCBI, 2013. ↩

6. Xinzhou Wang, "Probiotics Regulate Gut Microbiota: An Effective Method to Improve Immunity," NCBI, 2021. ↩