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Mar 21, 2017

Benefits of Probiotic Drinks for Improved Digestion

This topic is all about using probiotic drinks to improve digestion after ostomy surgery. The person who started the discussion found that adding probiotics to their routine made a big difference in their digestive health. They drink a couple of ready-made probiotic beverages each day and also carry probiotic capsules when they're out and about. They highly recommend trying this approach for better digestion. Here are some helpful tips and insights shared by others:

1. Product availability and taste:
- You can find convenient, pre-mixed probiotic drinks at places like Costco, sold by the case.
- To make staying hydrated more enjoyable, try using a water flavor enhancer like Mio Sport, which has electrolytes and zero calories.

2. Kefir as a high-potency probiotic:
- Milk-based kefir, whether store-bought or homemade, is packed with live cultures. You can also try organic plain kefir or make your own water kefir.
- Many people blend milk kefir into smoothies with yogurt and fruits like strawberries, raspberries, mango, cherries, and banana.
- Several folks mention that kefir helps keep their digestion regular and reduces the need for stool softeners like Miralax.

3. Capsule probiotics:
- Some individuals prefer taking a daily probiotic capsule with 50 billion CFUs, especially when they're not consuming probiotic drinks.

4. Hydration strategy:
- Drinking 3 to 5 liters of water daily, often flavored with Mio Sport, is beneficial for gut health. However, it may lead to more frequent emptying of the ostomy pouch.

5. Additional anti-inflammatory routine:
- Starting the day with an organic turmeric latte on an empty stomach is said to work wonders for reducing inflammation.

6. Cautions and differing views:
- One person points out that stomach acid can inactivate many probiotics, so the benefits might not be as significant for everyone. Results can vary from person to person.
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