Can bloating be relieved with probiotics?

2023-04-18 18:15:06

To put an end to transit disorders, probiotics can be very beneficial! Our tips for choosing them well, knowing when and how to use them, and finally being relieved.

Probiotics and digestive comfort

For several years, the composition and role of the intestinal microbiota have fascinated doctors and researchers. And for good reason, this set of bacteria, yeasts and fungi installed in our digestive system would be one of the keys to understanding and treating our immunity, certain inflammatory diseases, obesity, our mental health… but also our stomach concerns! Indeed, most digestive disorders are accompanied by dysbiosis of the microbiota. Translation: those who frequently have stomach aches harbor fewer microorganisms in their intestines – both in number and species – than those who have no worries. Hence the idea of ​​swallowing probiotics to get better. “These live bacteria or yeasts act transiently and help the microbiota regain its balance”summarizes Dr. Martine Cotinat, gastroenterologist¹. Good news : “Today there are more and more scientific publications on the precise effects of this or that strain of probiotics, now making it possible to target the prescription according to the situation”rejoices Dr. William Berrebi, gastroenterologist². To be associated with the right gestures and treatments to boost their effectiveness.

What probiotics once morest bloating?

In some cases, they calm the pain, in others, they aggravate the problem by promoting fermentation. You have to try to find out. Indispensable adapted diet and, in case of failure, we turn to other natural allies. We are testing probiotics with global action, with different strains of lactobacilli and bifidobacteria, such as Ergyphilus Confort or Probioboost Lactic Ferments. Another option: Probiolog Ventre Plat, which combines B. lactis with caraway extract, with carminative properties to expel gas. We stop if it gets worse.

What diet when you have bloating?

Above all, we beware of certain foods that tend to make things worse. We avoid crucifers, legumes, onions, prunes, plums, apples, walnuts and almonds for a while, then we reintroduce them very gradually: 1/4 of fruit, 30 g of cooked vegetables… and we see what happens before increase. “There is no question of completely depriving yourself of vegetables: generally, green beans, cooked carrots or spinach, which ferment little, are well tolerated”, notes Dr. Berrebi. To better digest, we also force ourselves to eat more slowly and chew well activated charcoal. To be taken once a day, not more, because it also absorbs the good nutrients. And we always take it away from probiotics and other treatments.

Try peppermint essential oil (EO) for pain

Orally: 1 drop 3 times a day on a neutral tablet, or in capsules (Colpermin, 1 to 2 capsules 3 times a day), at least 2 hours before or following the meal. And also in massage on the belly (1 drop + 1 drop of HE of basil), in a clockwise direction.

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