Gut Health Trends

Many people experienced mild bloating, increased gas, or even diarrhea when they started taking probiotics and wonder whether it was normal.

This was “microbiota adjustment reaction,” also known as a healing reaction:

When probiotics entered the gut, good bacteria competed with harmful bacteria and the gut microbiota was adjusting.

Temporary indigestion might occur. This usually lasted from few days to two weeks and then resolved on its own.

When should pay attention?

If diarrhea lasted more than two weeks, symptoms worsen, or severe abdominal pain occurred, stop taking the product and consulting a doctor.

In addition, some products might contain laxative ingredients such as senna leaf or magnesium oxide. Long-term use might harm the gut, so checked ingredient labels when purchasing.