Probiotics are a 77 billion dollar industry (2022) and are expected to grow even more in the next decade. We all know how important gut health is, so if there is an easy solution to our tummy troubles, we’re gonna take it. Since we’re spending a lot of money on probiotics, we should probably ask the question…are they worth it? Today's show uses the current research to explain what probiotics CAN do, and what they probably CAN’T do. After listening, you can determine for yourself: should you be using them, and if so, what kind? Erin will also discuss specific ways to introduce probiotics & prebiotics with success – including what she refers to as “Microdosing Probiotics” for folks who are ultra sensitive. You’ll also learn overall strategies to support your microbiome and build a better gut! Timestamps (3:58) Akkermansia & Pendulum probiotic: an update on what we're seeing with clients (5:18) Can probiotics really "repopulate the gut"? (15:22) Probiotics & leaky gut (16:57) 4 probiotic types & customizing based on your symptoms (26:55) Specific foods & strategies to feed healthy gut bacteria (31:27) Sensitive to probiotics or prebiotics? Start here FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO:  https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/289-are-probiotics-worth-it Check out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram