Gut Check: Debunking the “Probiotics Are Harmful” Myth
Written by 
Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC on
June 28, 2023
The real evidence supports using probiotics for SIBO, IBS, and more
In this episode, I debunk the myth that probiotics are harmful.
Recently, some thought leaders have been suggesting that lactobacillus probiotics should be avoided in those with SIBO.
But the problem with this take is the research that was favored versus the data that was dismissed…
Tune in to hear more.
Featured Studies
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34724979/
- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F1UxBbPthSGWZf9IlUejgnvHP1dzln6B/edit?usp=share_link&ouid=100741720065499617900&rtpof=true&sd=true
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34724979/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35433498/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33828554/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28045137/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28866243/
Other Sources
- How to use probiotics for stomach issues: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-stomach/
- All about probiotics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7OSa1zh760&t=634s
- Probiotics for IBS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jZ80EIgCpU&t=5s
- Probiotics for SIBO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKUk5Vc1Lxw&t=1s
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- Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources
Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:26 A myth based on bad science
02:27 What the data ACTUALLY shows
03:59 What data should you trust?
05:34 Keep an eye out for bias
06:22 Data shouldn’t be dismissive
07:17 Probiotics for SIBO: The truth
07:50 Smart doesn’t mean unbiased
08:58 No need to avoid lactobacillus
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Dr. Michael Ruscio is a DC, natural health provider, researcher, and clinician. He serves as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Bridgeport and has published numerous papers in scientific journals as well as the book Healthy Gut, Healthy You. He also founded the Ruscio Institute of Functional Health, where he helps patients with a wide range of GI conditions and serves as the Head of Research.
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