Dear Dr. Roach: You recently wrote that you do not recommend probiotics in healthy people. I am a 78-year-old male who, three years ago, underwent an esophagectomy to remove my esophagus and part of ...

Probiotics can help maintain a healthy gut microbiome or restore populations of 'good bacteria' after a heavy course of antibiotics. But now, they could also be used as an effective treatment strategy ...

Reduced physical activity, heavier foods, irregular meal timings, and lower water intake all contribute to sluggish digestion ...

What is the best probiotic supplement for your needs? Probiotics are excellent for introducing good bacteria into your digestive system. Culturelle and Align are both popular brands, but which one is ...