{"id":4887,"date":"2025-08-11T12:31:02","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T10:31:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vegaqura.com\/?post_type=knowledge&p=4887"},"modified":"2026-06-25T10:56:10","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T08:56:10","slug":"three-facts-and-three-myths-about-probiotics","status":"publish","type":"knowledge","link":"https:\/\/vegaqura.com\/en\/blog\/knowledge\/three-facts-and-three-myths-about-probiotics\/","title":{"rendered":"Three Facts and Three Myths About Probiotics"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Is it really as healthy as they say? Or are you mostly just paying for a jar of hope? <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Sugar<\/span> is <\/span>one of the most<\/span>discussed nutrients <\/span>and <\/span> often in a negative sense. It would <\/span>you <\/span>make you fat, tired, and sick<\/span>. That’s a bit strange when you consider that<\/span> sugar in the form of<\/span> glucose <\/span>is the<\/span> fuel for every cell in your body<\/span>. <\/span> There’s a bit of a stink about it, so to speak. Not all sugars are created equal, and these days the market is flooded with <\/span>artificial<\/span> Sugars in food. Anyone who thinks a little sugar in their coffee is better than <\/span>For example<\/span> cane sugar turns out to be a letdown<\/span>.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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“Pro” means “for” and “biotics” means “life.” So \u201cprobiotics\u201d literally means \u201cfor life.\u201d And that\u2019s actually true. Because beneficial bacteria can do a great deal for your health. Think of how they strengthen your gut, improve your mood, support your immune system, and even regulate your appetite. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Still, there are quite a few misconceptions about probiotics. Some people swear by them, while others call them expensive nonsense in a capsule. Time for some clarification. In this blog, I\u2019ll walk you through three proven facts and three myths you\u2019d be better off forgetting today. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Fact 1: Probiotics can improve your mood <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Imagine this: it’s Saturday night, you’ve been out clubbing, and on the way back <\/span>you\u2019re <\/span>stop by the snack bar. <\/span>A little junk food contains a lot of<\/span>fat, salt<\/span> and<\/span> sugar<\/span> of the wrong kind<\/span>.<\/span> That seems clear to me. Good for <\/span> Your intestines? <\/span>Not really <\/span>and as for<\/span> your gut flora, it\u2019s as if there\u2019s <\/span>sugar sand<\/span> is being dumped into it. <\/span> <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The good <\/span>bacteria<\/span> die off and the bad <\/span>bacterial population<\/span> that also lives in your gut <\/span>voro<\/span> the <\/span>balance<\/span> takes the helm. The bad <\/span>bacteria<\/span> They mostly live off junk food and whine for more. Something similar happens with a <\/span>A rumbling stomach at the end of the afternoon: you m<\/span>have<\/span> something sweet<\/span> or something salty, and <\/span> Now! What’s Really Going On <\/span> is an imbalance in<\/span> gut flora<\/span> that is significantly out of <\/span>out of<\/span> .<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Neurotransmitters such as serotonin and GABA are produced in your intestines<\/span>. Those are <\/span>fabric<\/span>phen<\/span> that bring you peace, relaxation, and a good mood. <\/span>Especially the beneficial <\/span>bacteria<\/span> produce these neurotransmitters, and<\/span>if their production stalls,<\/span> there\u2019s a good chance you\u2019ll<\/span> feel tired, anxious, or down <\/span>feel <\/span>feel <\/span>Probiotics<\/span> help restore the good bacteria, bringing calm to both your stomach and your mind. <\/span> <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Fact 2: Probiotics support your immune system <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Surrounding your intestines is a <\/span>large<\/span> network of lymph vessels. These are full of white blood cells\u2014your personal immune system. What many people don’t know is that <\/span>About 80% of your immune system is located in your gut.<\/span> That\u2019s not so surprising when you consider that with every <\/span>bite<\/span> food and millions of foreign <\/span>bacteria<\/span> that are in and on your food.<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Good bacteria not only help break down food, they also ensure that toxins are flushed out of your body and that undigested residues don\u2019t cause damage. Is your gut flora out of balance? If so, your immune system is more vulnerable, and you\u2019re more likely to catch something. With <\/span>probiotics<\/span> can help your gut (and therefore your immune system) <\/span> support and even boost it if desired. For example, after an illness or while taking medication <\/span>.<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Fact 3: Probiotics can help regulate your appetite<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Craving sugar or chips isn\u2019t always a matter of emotion or a lack of willpower. Often, it\u2019s the bad bacteria in your gut that are asking for the food they thrive on: sugar, fast carbs, and fat. They influence your hormones, your mood, and your appetite. <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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If you restore the balance in your gut, for example by taking <\/span>probiotics<\/span> That uncontrollable urge to eat unhealthy food often goes away on its own. Then you can once again simply say \u201cno\u201d to that bag of chips on the couch. <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Myth 1: Probiotics are only necessary for digestive problems <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Nope<\/span>. You really don’t have to have a rumbling stomach or irritable bowel syndrome to benefit from <\/span>probiotics<\/span>. Your gut is constantly communicating with your brain, your skin, your immune system, and your hormones. <\/span>It has been shown that there is a highway of nerve pathways running from the intestines to the head, but in the opposite direction, there is only a \u201cback road\u201d of nerve pathways. Your \u201c <\/span>gut feeling<\/span>\u2019 isn\u2019t just a figment of your imagination\u2014it tells you exactly whether you should or shouldn\u2019t do something. <\/span> <\/span> <\/span>
<\/span>An imbalance in gut flora can manifest as eczema, fatigue, mood swings, headaches, or joint pain, to name a few.<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Your intestines are<\/span> like a <\/span>second brain<\/span>. A<\/span>If your gut isn’t happy, neither are you.<\/span> They just can’t talk, so they let you feel it. Have you ever been really into the “race” or gone three days without being able to let loose? Then you’ll understand what I mean. <\/span>unt.<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Myth 2: Probiotics are expensive <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Well, what’s expensive? <\/span>G<\/span>Good <\/span>probiotics<\/span> costs between 20 and 30 euros. That\u2019s less than a couple of glasses of wine on a patio or a trip to the drugstore for yet another \u201cmiracle cure\u201d for fatigue or bloating. <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Furthermore, supplements are often mistakenly compared to medications that you pick up \u201cfor free\u201d at the pharmacy. That notion is incorrect for two reasons. Supplements are essentially concentrated food, whereas medications are paid for through health insurance premiums and tax dollars. Probiotics are not medications, but they can contribute to your vitality. Just like healthy foods rich in prebiotic fiber. <\/span><\/p>

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If that means you feel fitter, calmer, or more alert, then that jar isn’t as expensive as you thought.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Myth 3: Probiotics Don't Work <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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That’s right, <\/span>not every <\/span>probiotic<\/span> works for everyone.<\/span> Your gut flora is just as unique as your fingerprint. So it may take some time to figure out which combination works best for you. But that\u2019s what makes <\/span>probiotics<\/span> are not useless.<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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In fact, there is a wealth of scientific research showing that <\/span>probiotics<\/span> do have an effect, especially in people who have taken antibiotics or are dealing with chronic stress or digestive issues. And yes, work is even underway on personalized <\/span>probiotics<\/span>, including fecal transplants (it really exists!).<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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5 Good Reasons to Try Probiotics <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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  1. Your immune system gets a boost <\/li>
  2. Your stomach will feel calmer = less bloating, less rumbling <\/li>
  3. Your mood can stabilize thanks to the production of serotonin and GABA <\/li>
  4. Your skin may improve if you have eczema, acne, or general redness <\/li>
  5. Your heart and blood vessels will benefit from this, as some strains help lower blood pressure and cholesterol<\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    Are you still unsure whether probiotics are right for you?<\/span><\/b>
    Feel free to ask your question\u2014we\u2019re happy to help you figure it out. And remember: sometimes a big difference in how you feel starts with something small. Like a few billion friendly bacteria dissolved in lukewarm water. <\/span><\/p>

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    Have questions as a result of this blog? Comment here or email: info@vegaqura.com<\/a> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    Literature:<\/b><\/p>

    L. Plantarum <\/strong><\/p>

    https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8019694\/<\/span><\/a> <\/span><\/p>

    https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11276845\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>

    Fermentum<\/strong><\/p>

    https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9760773<\/span><\/a> <\/span><\/p>

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    L. paracasei<\/strong> https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7230591\/<\/span><\/a> <\/span> <\/span><\/p>

    https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8303256<\/span><\/a> <\/span> <\/span><\/p>

    L. rhamnosus <\/strong>https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11048764<\/span><\/a><\/p>

    Acidophilus <\/strong><\/p>

    https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35277042\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>

    Salivarius<\/span><\/strong><\/p>

    https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28256040\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>

    Helveticus<\/span><\/strong><\/p>

    https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3500876\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>

    Longum<\/span><\/strong><\/p>

    https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10383821<\/span><\/a> <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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