Some doctors recommend taking probiotics during and after you complete a course of antibiotics — here's why.

Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Probiotics may help relieve constipation by increasing stool frequency and improving digestion, though research shows mixed results.Certain probiotic strains, like ...

Companies sell vaginal health probiotics for general wellbeing — but experts say to avoid these. Here's when you should ...

The pain, burning and constant "gotta go" urges... a urinary tract infection is anything but pleasant. This common bladder bother is usually caused by the bacteria E. coli and treated with antibiotics ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." You’ve chosen a probiotic supplement and now you’re wondering: When is the best time to take probiotics?

Confused about prebiotics vs. probiotics? Here, the key differences, health benefits, and how to choose the right one to ...

As a seasonal shift happens across the South, you or someone in your family may be feeling a bit under the weather. Doctors will often prescribe antibiotics, which assist in fighting bacterial ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: With the current focus on gut health, I have been hearing a lot about probiotic supplements. Who should take them? Does the number of bacteria matter more than the types listed on the ...