How often should probiotics be taken to ensure optimal support of the digestion system?
A. Although probiotic bacteria may survive passage through the stomach, they do not permanently colonize in the body and need to be replenished. Therefore, they need to be ingested regularly for their health-promoting effects to persist. By Decker Weiss: NMD & Naturopathic Cardiologist. Article brought to you by Enzymatic Therapy. Decker Weiss, NMD and Naturopathic Cardiologist, is considered an expert in integrative cardiology. He is the first naturopathic doctor to complete a residency program in the Columbia Hospital System, the Arizona Heart Hospital and the prestigious Arizona Heart Institute, as well as participate in a fellowship in the conventional medical system. He is currently Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine and has a private practice in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Weiss is also the first naturopathic doctor to have hospital privileges at a conventional facility, the Arizona Heart Hospital. Click here to see list of references cited
