Andrew Huberman· PhD
finding a study where a specific probiotic has successfully done whatever it is you're looking for, and then sticking with that probiotic is really the best recipe as a place to start in this space, I think.
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The headline is broadly defensible, but the qualifications matter. Effect sizes vary by population, the strongest claims rest on shorter trials, and credible voices push back on how it's typically framed.
finding a study where a specific probiotic has successfully done whatever it is you're looking for, and then sticking with that probiotic is really the best recipe as a place to start in this space, I think.
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And the really good advice that I've heard is try to find a study that supports in, you know, a really well-designed study. And this is very hard for people who aren't scientists to evaluate, but so, you know, if you're experiencing a medical problem or want to consult a doctor, um, the, you know, that that might be helpful. But finding a study where a specific probiotic has successfully done whatever it is you're looking for and then sticking with that probiotic is really the best recipe for as a as a place to start in this space, I think.