Physician's Choice 60 Billion Probiotic Review

This product provides a 220 milligram ten-strain probiotic blend delivering 60 billion colony-forming units alongside a 150 milligram prebiotic blend, with individual strain and fiber amounts hidden inside proprietary blends. In human trials, multi-strain probiotics generally eased bloating and irregularity. A 12-week trial of 200 adults with irritable bowel syndrome found a two-strain probiotic improved bloating, pain, and overall symptoms more than placebo ^[1]. A four-week trial in 132 older adults with chronic constipation showed an 88 percent response rate with much less bloating compared to 26 percent on placebo ^[2], and a four-week study of 108 adults with irritable bowel syndrome reported satisfactory relief in 85 percent versus 47 percent on placebo ^[3]. However, not all trials found bloating relief in adults with constipation ^[4], fibromyalgia ^[5], or diverticular disease ^[6]. The prebiotic blend provides 150 milligrams of inulin and acacia fiber, which is far below the 1.8 grams or more used in successful trials ^[7]. Furthermore, large analyses show that while certain fibers or probiotic combinations help regularity and bacterial overgrowth ^[8][9][10], full doses of inulin often fail to relieve bloating and can increase gas ^[11][12]. Animal and cell studies are never counted.

Five of our ten panelists speak about the probiotic strains and blends that make up the main ingredients in this product, with four recommending or using them and one remaining neutral. They take these probiotics to improve general gut health, reduce bloating and gas, improve regularity, and help the body adjust to new diets. One panelist prefers a capsule inside a capsule that combines prebiotics and probiotics with 24 unique strains, and another pairs this combined form with honey to shift the microbiome rapidly while taking it a couple of hours apart from fermented foods. Two panelists specifically recommend the Lactobacillus acidophilus strain, found in foods like yogurt and sauerkraut, to support vaginal and urinary tract health, help with type 2 diabetes, and break down microplastics. One of those panelists also notes that the Lactiplantibacillus plantarum strain helped mice excrete more plastic particles from their intestines.

Combine with: To further support small-intestine bacterial balance and address occasional bloating and irregularity, consider combining this probiotic with a high-quality prebiotic fiber supplement. Prebiotics act as food for the beneficial bacteria, helping them to thrive and colonize the gut more effectively. Digestive enzymes can also be beneficial, as they assist in the breakdown of food, potentially reducing the amount of undigested material that can ferment and cause gas and bloating. Additionally, incorporating gut-soothing ingredients like L-glutamine or aloe vera can help support the integrity of the intestinal lining, further contributing to overall digestive comfort and balance.