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Posted 5/12/2008 3:53 PM (GMT 0)
I've been taking Digestive Advantage for Crohn's & Colitis for almost a month now and it's not really helping. So, I think after I finish this box, I'm going to switch to an actual probiotic.

For those of you who have tried multiple probiotics, which one has worked best for you? And I know VSL #3 is quite expensive--has it been worth it for those of you who tried it? Or should I just stick to something like Culturelle that's cheaper?

Thanks.

 

Posted 5/12/2008 5:04 PM (GMT 0)

Hi there!  I use Bio-k plus, and have had great results from it.  It comes in capsules and  an eatible form in individual bottles.  I use the eatible one and have had great results from it.  It has a least 50billion live bacteria per 98g serving which is higher than most out there. I live in Canada so I'm not sure if its available everywhere. You can google it for more info.

Now I have never tried VSL#3 and would love to if my drug plan would ever cover the cost of it but for now they won't so I will stay with the one that works for me.  I believe that what ever probiotic you choose it has to have billions of live cultures in order for it to be effective and  I'm not sure of the potency of the probiotics that are kept on store shelfs without refridgeration.

Posted 5/12/2008 5:13 PM (GMT 0)
I use Flora-Q.

Sue
Posted 5/12/2008 5:51 PM (GMT 0)
Give primadophilus reuteri made by natures way a try...it's very affective, very affordable since only one/day is needed (many require you to take 4 or more/day and that gets pricy) and it's got guaranteed intestinal release, aids with high cholesterol, lactose intolerance and vaginal health for women.

I've tried others but I'm sticking with the primadophilus.

:)
Posted 5/12/2008 7:26 PM (GMT 0)
Hi ComedyDork!

I'm currently using something called HMF Forte after it was recommended to me by my local naturopathic doctor. They are pricey little buggers but I find them to be effective. Here is a link.

Before this, I used to use a brand called Udo's Choice. I didn't switch brands for any particular reason, I just decided to try something different.

I'm not sure a "best probiotic" really exists. I'm a firm believer that it doesn't particularly matter which brand you use, as long as one is taking some type of live bacteria or probiotic, it's beneficial for the bowel.
Posted 5/12/2008 7:28 PM (GMT 0)
I use Natural Factors Protec (for years) at night before bedtime.
Posted 5/12/2008 10:19 PM (GMT 0)
I use Custom Probiotic's six strain powdered blend (I give it most of the credit for stopping my annual flare trend) and lately have added Natren's Healthy Trinity. Both are expensive, but in my experience, the cheaper ones did nothing.
Posted 5/12/2008 11:00 PM (GMT 0)
I also use Primadophilus Reuteri by Natures Way. I tried VSL#3 first, because it has all the research write-ups, but in made me gassy and gave me even looser stools.
Posted 5/13/2008 6:30 PM (GMT 0)
I've had good luck with Pro-Bio.
Posted 5/13/2008 10:55 PM (GMT 0)
I use Healthy Trinity. It's pricey but I am pleased. I take it daily and will drag myself out of bed to take it if I forget. Does anyone alternate brands? Would this be beneficial?
Posted 5/14/2008 2:32 AM (GMT 0)
I'll go with judilyn and pb4's Primadophilus Reuteri too. It's my staple probiotic, although I do add alot of others in. Good lord have I tried alot of them!
Posted 5/14/2008 2:36 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks for the answers! I have a feeling that I'll most likely end up w/ whichever one is the cheapest...
Posted 6/13/2008 7:08 PM (GMT 0)
I started taking Fiber Smart probiotics and it really helped me for 4 months then I switched to a more potent one called Healthy Trinity by Natren.  Then I got a flare 1 month later so not sure what happened but I was doing GREAT for 5-6 months!
Posted 6/14/2008 1:46 AM (GMT 0)
I like Natren Probiotics.

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