Probiotics Benefits + Myths | Improve Gut Health | Doctor Mike

This week's episode is all about probiotics benefits and myths. The discovery of the microbiome has started off a huge cascade of new research as well as the launch of some questionable health products. I think that the idea that we are covered inside and out by bacteria, with the majority of it being helpful, is pretty mind-blowing.
I decided to make this video because I've seen your comments and questions on the subject, usually in the in the form of "how can I improve my gut?" Also, I've noticed that my patients have begun taking these supplements to cure everything from a weight gain, to a weakened immune system to acne.
As you probably already know I am a healthy skeptic and believe that just because we see some correlations between disease and good bacteria it is not as simple as putting those bacteria into a capsule. I firmly believe in the next 20-30 years we will unlock some fascinating secrets about our gut that will redefine how we think about our health.
If there’s something that you’re curious about and would like me to explore in a video, please let me know because I take your requests seriously. We’ve got some really great videos coming up in the next
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[@jesusp6832]

When he said people who are stressed more often harm their microbiome I started stressing.

[@jagjitasa]

You were asked to be with them not to kill them 🤣🤣

[@jesseburford873]

Me too dude... me too.

[@riveraJG]

I started stressing when I read your comment

[@gottacademy5563]

😁🤣😇

[@babyunicorn7954]

Watch cells at work and you might start having sympathy for the bacterias in your stomach

[@arcaneiconoclast319]

This is what my PHD is on. The relation of gut and mind and how it can cure depression.

[@AnnaSvedberg12]

Love that! The gut brain connection is such a fascinating topic. A lot of the women I work with and speak to have been able to heal from things like anxiety simply by shifting to a plant-based diet :)

[@tash15bee]

Oh my gosh! Please get in touch with me...my son has autism(was a "normal" child until 7.5...is 10 now) I keep asking his pediatrician how seemingly developed autism over night and I get the equivalent of a shoulder shrug everytime! I have looked into gut health and autism and not confident in the sources. Can you point me in the right direction?

[@cannedgoodness9633]

@@AnnaSvedberg12 No offense, but that doesn't make much sense. A natural diet for a human being isn't plant only

[@AnnaSvedberg12]

@@cannedgoodness9633 None taken :)

[@naomisings779]

@@tash15bee PROBIOTIC FOODS!!! Some doctors are evil

[@dayumx0x]

*me eating a ton of carbs, not enough veggies, slight insomniac, with anxiety and depression* "A probiotic should do the trick" 😂

[@juliemilton9029]

Hello 👋 dear I've just bought this product and I want to lose a bit of weight plus I suffer from depression and bloated all the time. 😢 Can I please ask how you have got on with it. 🙏

[@juliemilton9029]

Hello 👋 dear I want to lose a bit of weight plus I suffer from depression and bloated and insomnia ect 😢 can you please tell me how you have got on. 🙏

[@alfredocham6528]

@@juliemilton9029 It takes a while for your body to get used to probiotic intake. Try Kefir, home fermented pickles, Apple cider vinegar. Those things can provide you with probiotics without needing to take a supplement. But it will take time to get used to them, at first they will make you bloated. Depression and insomnia are not things I experienced. Maybe try meditation to help with your depression and insomnia. Good luck. I can try to help if you have any questions, but I am not a doctor so, maybe seeing a doctor would be of use to you also :)

[@dayumx0x]

@@juliemilton9029 hmm, I would definitely talk to your doctor, but just keep in mind the probiotics won't help with losing weight necessarily. I personally started taking it because I was having digestive problems, and it did help a lot with that. Like he said in the video though, it may not work for everyone, it really depends what your issues are. I think I was just lucky a random brand helped for me haha. Best advice I can give you is to look at "losing weight" more as getting healthier, getting stronger, doing better for you. It's a better mindset for both your mind and body. Plus, weight doesn't always mean anything. At my heaviest weight, I've been both really out of shape, and later the best shape of my life.

[@dayumx0x]

@@juliemilton9029 also, insomnia, still working on that haha... I dunno if it's legal where you are, but have you tried weed? 😅

[@audreykunes]

I had a lot of gut issues and changing my eating habits and adding Kefir /probiotics to my diet has helped me soooo much. Feeling my best at 33 🥰

[@Nicolee7764]

Amen, that's awesome. Your testimony encourages me.

[@PeaceboneGotFound]

I love kefir so much 🥰

[@nicochan1537]

How long does it take to feel better?

[@audreykunes]

I started noticing changes on the 2 weeks really. I used kefir grains and fed them and used the yogurt milk on my milkshakes in the mornings. Still doing great.

[@Annkulit722]

All things i heard about milk kefir are good.. what about the bad side? Is there somebody out there who has the same experience as me? I really wanna continue drinking milk kefir but why is its getting worse, I don’t have uti but now i feel i do have now plus all the pain in stomach, intestines area and even my chest start to hurt last night that i drink margarita to kill all the good bacteria and now i feel better. . I was so scared last night that if it would continue i would end up in the ER.

[@jbx581]

Me: eating all of the bad food, having an anxiety disorder and basically not sleeping My gut: 👁👄👁

[@uwont4gitme]

Thats me current

[@cassandramartin8942]

Dude, I feels that in my soulssss

[@elliotalderson1170]

@@prasenjitbhattacharya2920 any tips?

[@zer0thehero917]

yeah okay

[@bubblyallthetime5996]

@@prasenjitbhattacharya2920 how did you recover from anxiety?

[@pardisarjmandi8889]

Dr. MIKE I got into med school! Your videos kept me inspired all this time i was studying.

[@phylippezimmermannpaquin2062]

hell yeah, rock on!

[@Alignedtop]

Who cares bitch.

[@SoCalledKaty]

@@Alignedtop RUDE!

[@crispier487]

Hell yet congrats

[@jennyv6336]

@@Alignedtop lol

[@alfredocham6528]

I started down the Probiotic/prebiotic journey recently along with a change in diet and have some recommendations for others thinking of doing the same. Food that have probiotic - Kimchi, Sauerkraut (fermented, make sure it mentions that it has live cultures, making it is also pretty easy), kefir, apple cider vinegar, kombucha, fermented foods (such as fermented pickles, but be careful, most pickles are made with vinegar instead of via fermentation). Prebiotic foods: Asparagus, Onions, garlic, artichokes, leeks, kiwi, Root veggies such as sweet potatoes, squash wild yams, parsnips. My nutritionist recommended having 2-3 servings a day of prebiotic and probiotic food and to try getting both (pre and probiotics) from foods and not supplements. If you plan your day/diet out right, you can get a good prebiotic intake going with minimal effort. Try the foods listed above, keep the ones that you like on your diet. Also research! You can find more foods that are in pre/pro biotic food list. At first you may get cramps, constipated, etc. But once your body gets used to probiotic intake, you will feel better than you did before (probably, unless there is something about you specifically which does not want the foods you are adding to your diet, see a doctor?). One last thing, change your diet! Look up why you should be eating organic food vs non organic. Research the amount of pesticide used in non organic veggies and what you are putting into your body when you eat things sprayed with pesticides freely. Drink more water (16 cups a day!). and look into intermittent fasting. If you can add all of these things to your routine, I think you will see great improvement as did I. I lost 10 pounds in the last month and feel much better (not that I was feeling bad to begin with). Good luck! Comment if you have any questions. I am not a doctor and this is not medical advice, just sharing my experience and advice I would give a friend trying to start a probiotic regiment.

[@shuklashayantan524]

Thank you for the advice and sharing your experience.

[@jomcloughlin]

Are you still managing to maintain this? I started about a week ago, and have constipation but not overly bad. But im going to carry on after reading this. I started all the about including exercise and IF and have only lost 3lbs in a week. But I'm hopeful as my body gets used to the changes and the micro bio gets healthier it will come off a little easier

[@sahdevsinghrathore2384]

Sustainability of a diet is important over following an Optimal diet. You lost weight with intermittent fasting because you created a CALORIC DEFICIT. Someone on keto will lose weight because they've RESTRICTED a complete food group, again creating a CALORIC DEFICIT. On the other hand, prebiotic/probiotics which you've mentioned are on point and should be included in one's diet.

[@sandijerez6597]

Does yogurt count as a probiotic?

[@estellehendrick802]

@@sandijerez6597 yes

[@puwapuwafu6093]

I actually am having stomach pains right now and you have been so helpful. Thanks immensely Doc Mike !!!!

[@MC-kr4hv]

Hitting like before I even watch the video because it's Dr.Mike.

[@nicoleaminpour4310]

Marianne Conlon yup we know it will be worth the like

[@Deezy07]

I always hit like when Dr. Mike posts a new video, he hasn't been able to cease to amaze or teach me something new, almost every video. Keep 'em coming, Dr. Mike!!!!!!!

[@glow15]

I do this without even realizing ahahah good call!!

[@asiapham7]

Marianne Conlon Same

[@Diza519]

😂😂😂👍🏼

[@lulWut9]

Props to whoever does the editing because those clips are hilarious.

[@Juliukas101]

No they are not. This guy's presentation is annoying. He can't seem to keep still and has a strange way of speaking. Also the jump-cuts and jabbing gestures are jarring and wholly unnecessary.

[@Stettafire]

@Juliukas Having your hands super still is generally bad for communication. A lot of people will watch facial expressions and body movements to gague the tone of what is being said. So, moving around is important in public speaking.

[@Fevrure]

@@Juliukas101 chill geesshh if you don't like don't watch! Hater 😶

[@relentlessenterprises9238]

Juliukas101 Your mom's face is jarring and wholly unnecessary

[@Joely3912]

TheChristianGodLovesUsAllBut MightSendUsToHell Your username is brilliant! Kudos

[@stefaniew777]

Expand on this and discuss fecal transplants! Fascinating. A former supervisor of mine and I often had conversations about the mind-gut connection. Very cool stuff and always excited to see what else we learn in the future.

[@daphnesirot9834]

My final exams for my Master in Clinical Nutrition is all about the GIT, Gut, Microbiome and non-communicable diseases. I especially found interesting how the microbiome plays a role in TMA and TMAO levels.

[@rachelfellows8049]

This is what my PhD is on! We look at how the gut bacteria can influence our gene regulation. Thanks for the great video!

[@MayankJairaj]

Please link, after completion! N all the best

[@Karishmacation]

That sounds like suuccchhh a cool thesis!!!! Best of luck, you're going to be famous one day!!

[@qbb01]

Would love to read

[@ericfolsom4495]

You're one of the heroes we need!

[@Dana24968]

Wow wow wow great topic

[@deeslifestyleloves]

As a fellow healthcare provider thank you for mentioning over use of antibiotics!

[@DrEdwardGranatDC]

Agreed!!! Im also a healthcare provider, and Dr Mike your the bomb :). Your video of watching Doctor Shows are incredible. Dr. Mike you inspired me to start a youtube channel myself to help others realize and reach their highest potential.

[@ash.b9829]

You make things so easy to understand! Thanks doc! ❤

[@mattwilliams1168]

All I know is I was having a ton of stomach and gut issues and after a week of using Probiotic supplements I haven't had any issues.

[@labtechsuperstar]

I have IBS and regular meds from the doctor just didn't work. I started taking probiotics and the symptoms are massively improved. The best being no more pain. I have less bloating, too.

[@patienceokani7349]

Pls which one did you use

[@labtechsuperstar]

@@patienceokani7349 I use Align. Regular strength Align.

[@TheNatty7]

Same ,I can say that taking probiotics has worked for me after taking antibiotics that caused digestive problems and yeast infection

[@kellyortiz367]

Me too. The probiotic supplements have completely helped me. Before it, i suffered from severe constipation and went to the bathroom 1 time in every 3 days and it was very painful. Now i go at least 2 times a day, everyday. So, there is definitely no person in the world who can tell me that this is a useless supplement.

[@albertinababo1571]

Dr Mike can you make a video on irritable bowel syndrome? Sometimes the probiotics help in the biggest crises but isn’t enough... thank you so much.

[@jellypeaches26]

I have a suggestion, find the foods that can trigger your symptoms, and cut them out of your diet as much as possible.

[@UnicornsPoopRainbows]

IBS sucks so much. Not just foods but stress is a big trigger. Hormonal fluctuations can also be a trigger. Healthier eating really helps, in my case. I went from sever IBS 'attacks' a week to just a few a year when I moved out of America and away from all the preservatives and additives in easily accessible food.

[@jellypeaches26]

@@UnicornsPoopRainbows Nice, I mentioned foods because my mom has IBS, and foods like broccoli can trigger severe issues in her gut. And yes she went to a doctor about it.

[@jadegrows1267]

I second this! Recently just got diagnosed and would love for people to become more aware. I had no idea I had it until my mid twenties but I've had it since middle school (where I can remember the symptoms.) I would love a scientific approach to it, since it tends to lean on the side of woo and pseudoscience. Thanks Mike!

[@Ninjamitosai]

Drinking more water every day has helped my IBS significantly since it really helps digestion.

[@RicoVanDeta]

Great video! I had an upset stomach this morning and wanted some helpful information! Thanks partner!

[@taylorroice6970]

I just got my MS in nutrition, and I investigated the effect of probiotics, prebiotics, and synbiotics on lactose intolerance for my thesis. This video is spectacular; it's straightforward, funny, and accurate.

[@RoshanAntonyTauro]

Am sure u failed.

[@patinazir8673]

​@@RoshanAntonyTauro😅😅😅😅

[@aljapolsak3202]

As a microbiologist....thank you for doing such in-depth, yet easily understandable video. Especially antibiotic overuse and (in some cases) selling pure lies in form of probiotics needs to be talked about more. :)

[@wholeNwon]

Yes, you're right, of course.

[@techturfy4106]

Hi alja , I heard.. we can't permanently increase gut microbiome and need to use them daily.. is it true?

[@urbanupshift]

Is yakult safe ?!

[@icauswhas4231]

@@urbanupshift yakult safe but lot of sugar.. tried yoghurt without sugar.

[@vidstige7516]

Whr about INNATE probiotica?

[@nanaeguccimama]

can you please make a video on gastritis/acid reflux

[@billytheweasel]

Dr Barry kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGLTm2NtoqtobZY

[@jackiejurado4052]

I need that too😊

[@1029blue]

Ha! I just saw your post after I posted about my experience with probiotics, PPIs, and GERD. :)

[@dacisky]

H Pylori is a possible cause of gastritis...I was recently treated for it:kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3uroWZolr-Wd8U

[@RS-ey8jf]

You need high quality probiotics for Digestive imbalances such as reflux. Try a probiotics like Omegazyme or RAW probiotics 100-400 billion with at least 32 probiotics strains. Make sure you eat fermented foods or your favorite yogurt. Coconut or oat milk yogurt are better options if you are sensitive to lactose. Eat or make smoothies with papaya and pineapple, also banana and avocado with ginger. Hope this helps.

[@soniaapplewaite7899]

Love your video. I am lactose intolerant, I can't eat oats and certain box cereal . I also have thyroid issues so that prevents me from eating certain greens and vegetables. I love your dog and from the smile on your face when you look at him/her I can see he/she has the best dad.

[@turkeyslime3193]

Right now I am having stomach pains and you have been able to provide me with so much helpful information. Thank you so much Dr Mike

[@LTime-qg6ed]

Couldn't finish the video. When he said, "sleep", I went straight to bed.

[@prasetyosunardi6531]

oh i know what you mean! Hahaha

[@thehuman2861]

And then you sleep commented

[@Laoriginal718]

😂😂😂

[@SctsceDuwn]

I'm lying in bed while watching this and have found myself sleeping at the beginning of a lot of 20 minute videos recently so that's not an unlikely possibility I believe you

[@amikalewis2278]

Lol

[@robbell9036]

Compliments to the editor!! Great animations top job

[@remycatalan4252]

Doc mike what is the cause of bad breath?

[@seektruth24-7]

So glad to hear a healthcare provider be honest about big pharma and the supplement game. So many gimmicks out there but in most cases, whole healthy food is the answer.

[@shellyknowsall]

Thank you for making this video so interesting, educational, and funny at the same time 😊

[@moonlitlovers]

I love how you’re reminding people to visit their doctor as the first thing instead of making decisions based on information they get off of KZbin videos (even tho yours are straight up facts, but still!). Thanks for all the info dr. Mike! 😁

[@tobisways2221]

And then you remember you're in the U.S. and visiting the doctor is only for the rich, unless you're dying.

[@pridhviraj1414]

This makes so much sense that's why Italian and Japanese people life expectancy more . They eat so much fermented food and drinks .

[@DusskDesign]

What fermented foods do Italians eat?

[@pridhviraj1414]

@@DusskDesign so much cheese and wine 🍾🧀

[@PhaseSkater]

italians arent living very long now in 2020 cuz of covid lol

[@pridhviraj1414]

@@PhaseSkater may be people who are dying are already lived enough most of them are old only 🤔

[@PhaseSkater]

@@pridhviraj1414 exactly

[@brookdavis994]

I eat Kimchi, Natto, Miso and Sourdough, and I often drink Kombucha and sometimes Kefir. So I'm very glad that its not just a myth! I hope more research goes into it!

[@myfragilelilac]

I always found it pretty wild how bacteria basically control us. Seriously thats really not an understatement. We have more bacteria than cells. Currently having kimchi fermenting in my kitchen. It is pretty entertaining. It has already peed burped and farted within 48 hours.

[@jonlobov1249]

That's why theres glyphosate, sugar, and iron added to the foods to disrupt microbiome, then they sell antidepressants

[@ms7178]

@@jonlobov1249I take iron supplements, don’t tell me iron is bad for the gut too?

[@loveonitsway]

Props to vincent for the animations, they were awesome hahaha

[@delayla8338]

Dr.Mike is an inspiration to me and many others. Like if Dr.Mike is an inspiration to you❤️

[@glow15]

x1'000'000'000'000 accurate :D

[@sciencefictionnow]

He is just a normal doctor, who looks increadibly good. And that is why people are watching the videos, there are many doctors with good contents that have no success on youtube. So, he is using his strongest "plus point" to sell his products and it is o.k.

[@thomlar77]

sciencefictionnow: He is not selling anything. He is advising, and telling things. Nothing else. It´s totally voluntarily to see his videoes and listen to him.

[@sciencefictionnow]

He shows only products because the producer of that products pays, advertisment is a part of the selling process. And there is nothing wrong with that.

[@adenonny01]

Just curious, is Dr. Mike an actual doctor?

[@cheergurrlies]

interesting concept. The mind manifests stress through body symptoms (gut issues, breathing issues, chest tightness, fainting) . This is what psychologists call a somatic response to a stressor. In terms of gut issues, I wonder if controlling what we eat and drink helps as a coping mechanism to regulate our stress levels. I am skeptical that the gut itself can cure anxiety and depression. However, awareness of body-mind connection and mindfulness of the foods we eat seems to be effective in helping stress induced gut issues. Like the 4th article provided in the description explains, the gut-brain axis relationship is bi-directional! Great video, it really sparked my interest.

[@addishiwotgirma7812]

True!I become anxious 5 months ago and can't still go away since I have a severe stomach cramp due to hpylori bacteria. And I have lost 10 kgs also my mood has been changed from that time.

[@dawncaruso2459]

My daughter was recently diagnosed with Severe to Moderate Ulcerative Colitis. Since taking probiotics she notices less mucus in her bowl movements. But, she's also been on Remicade infusions. I did not know about about enteric coated probiotics. Thank you for sharing that. I, on the other hand, have no health issues, and since watching your video will stop taking my probiotics. It will definitely save me about 50 bucks a month.

[@UTAH100]

You need to read the plant paradox for real.

[@annabland1110]

Several years ago, I was having horrible stomach pain, to the point that I couldn't eat without doubling over in extreme pain for weeks. I went to the doctor and they did some tests and everything looked fine, and they said there was nothing they could do. I was about to try eliminating foods, but before I started I realized that a couple weeks before the pain started, I had finished a round of antibiotics. I got some probiotics and started taking them. Within 36 hours I was feeling back to normal. From then on, every time a member of my family has taken antibiotics, we have followed it up with a round of probiotics because I never want to go through that again.

[@Nicolee7764]

Amen!! Which probiotics did you take.

[@AjayMomma]

My son has stomach issues with antibiotics, the last time he has to take them I just had him eat yogurt every day and it helped.

[@shellsisacoolpear]

My friend got C Diff from antibiotics. He's on some again and taking probiotics this time and so far so good

[@WafaaH]

Every time I get prescribed antibiotics, the pharmacist recommends I take probiotics after 2 hours until I finish my course. I honestly didn’t know what probiotics were and assumed they were food for the food bacteria. Until one pharmacist told me to make sure I don’t take probiotics with antibiotics otherwise they would get killed. Then I knew I was talking live bacteria.

[@balancedeats1335]

That is good but how do you know that you need probiotics? what strains? and how can you have a long lasting results? I personally had IBS and other symptoms and here is exactly what I did: 1- fixed my diet, so that i know what healthy foods are. believe it or not, it is a big part of the solution. not sure what diet you follow but the less the processed food, the better your health will be. 2- you will hear a lot about taking supplements but after trying dozens, it is best when it is personalized to your needs. so you need to test and see what your body needs. I suggest you work with a Dietitian or find a legit course that teaches healthy living to go about this.

[@Nimpp]

Me: **Eats white rice with Kimchi** Microbiome: Confused stonks

[@lilyblack1979]

DaniLikesMilk I love to make and eat kimchi fried rice. Lol.

[@alilvs]

I drink yakult all the time- I’m addicted now

[@williamseipp9691]

me: *comes home from work and finds that wife has left dry rice in the rice cooker and eats the kimchi straight from the container* stomach: "oh boy. Not again."

[@Alesauria2009]

@@alilvs the bad thing about yakult is that it has a lot of sugar :/

[@snownymoth]

you should do a video on that

[@emilymccann5176]

If you are traveling to any developing country I highly recommend bringing a probiotic you can be confident with you and taking it from the beginning of your trip. My friends and I who did got significantly less sick than those who didn’t. Do check to make sure that it doesn’t need any kind of special storage though.

[@johnpaquin366]

Love how you link articles for us to do further research... appreciate you

[@hairyfrankfurt]

There's a rather large clinical trial happening in Brisbane where they're looking at a specific probiotic for it's treatment on depression, with positive outcomes so far.

[@moy_moy85]

Hairyfrankfurt up the Bronco’s!

[@han436]

link ?

[@grbgeslnger24]

Cool

[@flor2372]

I'm taking a microbiology course in university. My exam is in a week, too. Thank you for the video 😄

[@marie.s9995]

Great presentation! I learn more from you, Dr. Berg and Dr. Berry. Watching you all solidifies my learning. For that reason. THANK YOU!!!!

[@comfortfood4life]

a bit late on watching this video but I'm also doing probiotic research but instead of focusing on the gut-brain connection, my lab is more interested in the relation between next-generation prebiotics and malnutrition children in Africa. I'm super excited for being part of the project!!

[@shelbymorrison9]

I would love to see a video of the "medical benefits" and "effectiveness" of MLM products like Herbalife, Plexus, ItWorks, DoTerra and Young Living.

[@ExhaustedSquirrel]

shelbymorrison9 and isagenix please

[@lorecruz9980]

This would be interesting

[@ThePurpleRay]

YES!!

[@kimstryitchannel3903]

And AdvoCare!

[@thechosenpit]

Dr. Mike: job of the gut me, half listening whilst doing my makeup for work: jabba the hut?

[@scarlettlaura4624]

Lmao love it

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

😂 😂 😂 😂

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

@@stonedarrel8185 yikes, I have some of those, but wowzers, that's brutal!!

[@arcaneiconoclast319]

Commence order 66

[@nadya2780]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@alicew5589]

As someone with Crohn's Disease, I found this video extremely informative. Thanks Dr Mike!

[@tinagalasso]

I'd love it if he did an IBD video so it was easier to explain it to my friends and family 💜

[@igloozoo3771]

Adding Collagen Peptides to my morning coffee + taking a liquid Vitamin C supplement + eating large Salads on an Empty stomach with only Cottage Cheese as source of Protein helped me tremendously after having the worst Constipation the last year. I basically eat my meats and veggies separately. They seem to digest better separately than eating them together. So no chicken breast or Salmon on my salads for example. No steamed broccoli eaten with meats. I eat meats by themselves or with some fruits. But I don't eat hard to digest veggies with meats together.

[@joelleeyongsoon4259]

Thank you Dr Mike for the wonderful & resourceful sharing… If would be great if you can further share your experience and opinion on the different types of probiotics (eg, bacteria, yeast etc.) as which type suits on which health condition or any studies that would be beneficial for people to refer to…

[@nazrinhasanova3173]

yay a new video! thanks Dr. Mike

[@kixycatmeowmeowface8710]

Love this video. As someone with a poor immune system and multiple digestive health disorders, I found this to be very exciting and informative. As a future health educator, I’m hoping to use these ideas and research to teach my future students more about their own health.

[@dillonwalshpvd]

It’s really nice to know that there are doctors like you out there.

[@DHARMYOGCOM]

i just started probiotics caps 12 billion active cells and i have to say it has helped me a lot. my gut is really good now. reduced gas and bowl movement is much smoother. no need to push hard and yes i did have ulcers and diverticulitis. my diverticulitis always gives me discomfort but since the probiotics i dont even notice it anymore. i could tell where it was because of the discomfort i was felling but now i dont feel it much anymore

[@kanjohn491]

Nice to hear some smart, well thought out commentary that’s not followed by a sales pitch or politically motivated

[@sophiekuhn6026]

You’re the new bill nye the science guy of medicine.

[@DoctorMike]

Huge compliment!

[@Kriistall7]

Bill Nye isn't even a scientist or doctor so Dr. Mike is a billion steps ahead lol

[@nily4362]

@Skizzy Willy hey doctor Mike himself a fraud! He shared information taking money from sponsoring company. His information are biased and he is doing unlawful unethical job by promoting commercial products that's not a doctor's job. He can match himself with that bill Nye that's why he says it's a huge compliment for him.

[@nily4362]

@@Kriistall7 hey doctor Mike himself a fraud! He shared information taking money from sponsoring company. His information are biased and he is doing unlawful unethical job by promoting commercial products that's not a doctor's job. He can match himself with that bill Nye that's why he says it's a huge compliment for him. Check facts and then tell how doctor Mike ahead? Doctor Mike is a full-time liar, and cheater. People like you get biased by his good looks. Head to toe a j**k.

[@DaBakaShinobi]

@@nily4362 What commercial products has he promoted? From what I've seen, he usually is against supplements, and says to get these things naturally through your diet.

[@alexanderstein4477]

Thnx Doc Mike your input is always so easy to follow and understand. I would like to know how an ongoing PTSD affects the colon.

[@ehiggin]

Way back in 2009, I was off work and watching Dr Oz one day. He talked about how probiotics and cutting down on fried foods could help your heartburn / sour stomach. I had acid reflux and had been suffering frequent heartburn and acid reflux for a while, so I started eating a cup of probiotic yogurt every single day. It changed my life.

[@Likelyfairy]

Thank you for this! Definitely gonna look into this

[@yourtypicalniceguy]

Dr. Mike can you please talk to us about post weight-loss stretched or excess skin? Is there a way to make it go away?

[@giuliarose6109]

TheJawi the easiest way would be to relieve excess skin surgery because extra skin isn’t something like fat that you exercise away but I’m sure that if you google it and look on web md of a website with valuable credentials of an actual doctor then you’ll find something

[@theoriginalbreadcrumb]

Loose skin after dramatic weightloss is caused by too rapid weight loss. You can't avoid it but you can reduce it quite dramatically by losing weight slowly and letting your skin adapt to it and of course some people have better skin then others and will have reduced amounts. Of course nobody want to use years to lose their weight so the only option you have then is operation.

[@PavisGladius]

Plastic surgery

[@nadiariggs5110]

If it’s just slightly loose, hanging out after recent weight loss, your best bet is to keep exercising and drink tons of water. It took some time to stretch that skin out, right? It takes a similar amount of time for the skin to rebound. If the amount of loose skin is significant and painful, see a plastic surgeon- they usually have both non-surgical and surgical options. Congratulations on your weight loss(if you wanted to lose it!).

[@Wheniwasyoung15]

Weight based exercises will help if the excess skin is not major, if it is major I think the only option is plastic surgery but I’d try weights first

[@nikkinarciso9954]

I’m in my late 20s, and for the life of me I really cannot stay focused on any science lecture. Your videos however keep me entertained, focused, and your explanation really helps me understand what you’re talking about. Not like other people who are throwing a bunch of medical terms that mean nothing to me. Thanks doctor mike!!

[@brittanyt.dennis9531]

YES! This is an awesome video! 👏🏻 I can’t believe it took me a year to find. I’m an RDN, CPT, Plant-Based and Wellness Advocate and this is SO cool and great information to share with the public. It’s crazy, but not surprising, that our gut health and nutrition can impact our mood and mental health. I can’t find the links to the reading you recommended. I would love to see the research on that link between gut health and mental health. Where can I find those links. Thanks so much!

[@anonymousetrap]

I would absolutely love to see an update on this video two years down the track

[@frostbite07]

Dr Mike I want to become a surgeon and you have been the most influential person to me. Thanks for making such videos and being an inspiration to me and many more students.🙂

[@SacredUprise]

FROSTBITE seriously though!!! I just recently found doctor mike and i am LOVING his videos

[@emtrinidad4039]

Omg sameeee

[@TVcom-gb9yr]

yes

[@richardmasterson6751]

Obesity isnt a disease...

[@ginaplopper-norton8839]

@@richardmasterson6751 dude what

[@johnjay2717]

Doctor Mike, thank you for this articulate and clarifying presentation of a highly important subject of the microbiome. In addition to your knowledge, you are a great teacher. I was happy to have met you for the first time. I have subscribed and am interested in all your posts.

[@bellarodriguez6132]

I had a feeling not to and do way more research for my sell so thank you. Love how the dog come on set😆😁

[@looking4r]

Thank you! Very helpful and to the point😊

[@aubreyjohnson3466]

Loving the animated extras throughout the video!😍

[@DoctorMike]

Yay you really enjoyed it?

[@aubreyjohnson3466]

Yes!😊

[@odeleya1768]

Doctor Mike oh God they're hilarious😂😂😂

[@Clakerelul]

I think an update on probiotics based on any new findings would be great!

[@ela_seo]

True, I personally felt like probiotics helped me keep Candida in check, so I am sure they work.

[@evagosselin4712]

Great video and very informative, thankyou! 🙂

[@DiegoRodriguez-tu1tr]

Honestly. Great vid. Covers much needed info, keeps attention.

[@KristenAgnesCB]

I randomly found your channel a few days ago, the one video you made about vaccines, because I'm really interested in the fact that so many people (including a member of my own family) are against them, it's unbelievable! I'm addicted to your videos now, so yeah, you got yourself a new subscriber who just loves the heck outta you ❤

[@c_mendes]

Hi Dr Mike, When I was about 8 or 9 years old, I used to always get these random episodes of intense nausea/pain that would last for about an hour and then just disappear on their own. I also had some recurring eczema on my arms that wouldn’t go away. The nausea was causing me to miss school and for over a year, I went to heaps of doctors who couldn’t explain what was causing this, and who only seemed to focus on treating the symptoms with medications,etc. Finally, I found a really good GP who had extensive knowledge of the gut. He put me on a diet of no refined sugars, wheat, dairy or excess carbs to clear out candida, yeasts and bad bacteria in general. Within a week, all my eczema was gone and the episodes of feeling sick never came back. I wish more doctors understood the huge role our gut obviously plays in our overall health, like you and my doctor do :)

[@josefinamagallanes8451]

Great video, love the excitement you share; I have no idea about probiotics- only ran into a bottle of it at Walgreens.

[@Monz7]

Just started this week for my never ending IBS, already seeing a slight difference. I hope it really works!

[@hanskazan7403]

You're drinking caffeine?

[@Monz7]

@@hanskazan7403 almost none, no.

[@Monz7]

@@hanskazan7403 it's been about a month or so of taking it every day, I haven't consistently been this good for a couple of years now. It really has made a difference for me

[@P.S.R..]

@@Monz7 what are your symptoms? How are you feeling now..are you taking probiotics daily?

[@Monz7]

@@P.S.R.. hii, It was constant bloating, alot of stomach rumbling but with discomfort. The feeling of non fully emptying during bowel movement. I felt good for three weeks exactly, and then for a day I started getting the same symptoms back, and I read somewhere that it's possible to have "too much probiotics" so I stopped the probiotics, and since then I only take the digestive enzymes once a day or twice and I've been feeling well, and almost no symptoms. If I start getting them again, I'll start using the probiotics again Good luck!

[@heatherbecerra2108]

That funny moment when the ad before this video was for probiotics 😂

[@DustWolphy]

That's not a coincidence mind you. KZbin has AIs that tries to match videos automatically.

[@kathbaker4412]

Too funny. Hard as the algorithm writers work, the ads miss negative... Guess they figure it is worth a try.

[@naritruwireve1381]

8:00 The bloopers at the end are always my favourite lol

[@tsmart727]

Aww thanks for your thorough overview of how to take care of our digestive track and the updated medical terminologies. Your analogies made your short lecture very entertaining, humorous, & enthusiastic, even a child could comprehend sending you love and appreciation from Jamaica 🇯🇲❤️💛💚🇯🇲😘.

[@megancunningham4521]

Great info!....I think the challenge of not over-using antibiotics is that, at least in my experience, they seemed to be prescribed even when the doctor doesn't know if its bacterial. So how should I as a non-medical professional be able to determine if I am "over-using" antibiotics? Another question - I use probiotics when taking antibiotics and maybe a day or so after. I find that helpful in reducing GI side effects from antibiotics. Is that okay to do? You mentioned using it for diarrhea cause by antibiotics but not always when taking them.

[@ragingcalmly]

Honestly this was very helpful as someone that wants to go into the field of dietetics and nutrition this helped me get some insight on what I would be learning. Thank you!

[@ilovefoodalot125]

I’ve struggled with irregular bowel movement my whole life. I tried to up my fiber intake, fixed my sleep schedule, stopped eating foods that clog you up as often. That didn’t work. I would try to take laxatives and even that barely helped. It was to a point that I was hospitalized because I couldn’t go in a week and I was in pain. I was told to take the senna laxative but even that barely worked. My doctor suggested probiotics instead and i have noticed it has been helping me so much. Thankfully I found something that helped me.

[@flylikeabutterfly951]

displayname OMG! You literally summed up my whole life!!! I was even put on linzess ugh Thank you!!!

[@alexforce9]

Im glad that you found something that helps. And you probably already do this - but drinking glass or two of warm water in the morning also help pooping. And drinking water in general. And dry prunes lol.

[@musicloverUK]

I take magnesium Glycinate for high blood pressure. Apparently many people are deficient in it. It's good for other things too. Makes you go if that's your problem. People with kidney disease are told to check with doc first though.

[@eval7952]

It took 2 weeks for the probiotics to work on me, But now I go too much!

[@melissam2831]

What probiotic do u take?

[@maitri5265]

This got me excited also. Because lately I can see hugh influence in the relationship between gut and mind. And the more I look to it, the more I understand how and why my stress and low mood keep interfere with my ability with digest food. Despite not knowing which one pops out first, chicken or egg, I agree we should take care of what we eat, in terms of diet, balance diet depends on your body. Plus, also I want to add that we should take care of our mind too. Be compassionate with yourself in amidst the inevitable difficulties in life. And for people who accept therapy, huge hug and applause to you too (as I see you started therapy too, Dr. Mikhail).

[@cintalaura6207]

Thanks for the context, I love your channel

[@mauricecooper9763]

This is very valuable info, Mike. A lot of this i never knew. Thanks!😀👍

[@heather1146]

Dr. Mike you need to be a biology teacher 😂😂 and congrats on 2.1 million 🎉

[@184rama]

In the future he should look into teaching because I've learned more from his short videos than by going to class for a semester.

[@holyknight9507]

But a biology teacher doesnt even have half of a doctors knowledge and skill :(

[@Mette_Abildgaard]

+Holy Knight Eh, I'd say that depends on the level said teacher educates at. If it where at, say, university-level then they'd likely be quite knowledgeable on the subject (or at the very least within a branch of biology), albeit they'd probably not be as *medically* well-versed as a medical doctor.

[@DuchessOfTators]

When I was 1st diagnosed with celiac disease and my doctor was working on repairing my gut, he had me take probiotics for a while. But now that my gut's better than it used to be, I no longer need to take probiotics.

[@jawadiherazimana6724]

May God bless you for sharing your knowledge, I have learn many things here and I also have the same problem and I wish to learn more about

[@liljrae9684]

Love ur videos Dr Mike and I'm extremely surprised and relieved about your open-mindedness towards the gut brain connection. So many doctors I've spoken to don't beleive that mental health can be affected by gut health but from experience I can definitely confirm there is a connection

[@amelieqiaovimenet5291]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I would be very interested if you can talk about the PTSD and the connexion with our guts. What we can do about it, etc. If in US there is any studies of this subject. I'm from France and the research here is close to zero. Cheers

[@juhinirwan6969]

Thank you soo much for sharing this information...💞

[@ayaanjama8102]

I’m pregnant and was told I have a weak cervix. I have had previous premature babies. And with this pregnancy had a suture put in my cervix. I have been eating yogurt for view months. I feel a lot better, no cramping or back pain. I feel great. I think I had gbs and the yogurt is helping.

[@preslove]

I just started a high protein diet for muscle gain, and my GI health has gone up a lot. I think it is bc I'm eating greek yogurt every day

[@alexwilliams4245]

Can you do update videos on Roxy and Bear?

[@JillyC5]

I've found sleep and bowel issues improved 100% since starting to take probiotics. I was already eating a very healthy diet. Yes more research is required, but for me it's been life changing.

[@RoflJoker1994]

What brand ?

[@JillyC5]

@@RoflJoker1994 NuU bio-cultures has been the best I've tried so far (I'm UK)

[@uddhavkarki5318]

Who many month we have to take probiotics for better result

[@niluferbb815]

We need more information about gut and mental health 🙏

[@tiffyb364]

Your dog is literally the cutest thing in the entire universe

[@daniellaagayeva4061]

Learned a lot! Thanks for being the best person for us Dr.Mike! :]] I live for these bloopers, btw Bear is so hugeee!

[@rolansanchez7046]

I started taking Probiotics a week ago and it does wonders, the only thing is the adjustment period like having abdominal upset, my stomach no longer create sound while I'm sleeping. I also like eating Kimchi, I no longer eat meat, dairy products, canned goods and sweets. Now, I have more energy.

[@crystalaustin5463]

Thank you so much for that very informative video

[@selened6215]

I was worried during the video because the gastroenterologist put me on probiotics once, but then you explained when it is prescribed and I was relieved

[@gigawebsurfer]

Can you talk about IBS?

[@StephanieBogart]

Christopher Dyson mmhmm. Especially the IBS-C. All the years I went trying fiber etc, avoiding coffee. Turns out coffee with a little soy creamer fixed the problem 🙄

[@KrystalPancakes]

YESS!! I'm IBS-D and I've tried about every diet and food elimination out there and it's still a major problem for me. It literally controls my life...

[@gigawebsurfer]

I have IBS but I never realised there were sub-types...

[@gigawebsurfer]

Any chance there is a connection between apendix removal and IBS?

[@melissamallen2589]

Hi! I left this comment earlier but avoid FODMAP's and try VSL3. Here is the comment I made earlier: as a microbiologist who focuses on the microbiome, just a note that beans/legumes are horrible for the microbiome. They have defense proteins as a function of the plant that makes their protein indigestible, and the mucinolytic and proteolytic bacteria binge eat them, and as a side effect of breaking down all that protein, destroy the gut lining as well- causing an array of problems. SECOND, kombucha is a horrible joke, it has yeast, which people with crohns disease are known to have antibodies to yeast as a biomarker. THIRD, store-bought yogurt does more harm than help because of all the emulsifiers they put in it that emulsify your gut lining as well. Homemade yogurt that is fermented enough so there's no dairy is great and delicious :) FOURTH I totally agree with Dr. Mike that if you are healthy, there is no need to take probiotics, just make healthy eating habits. BUT if you do have problems with indigestion, bloating, or any of the diseases Dr. Mike listed, VSL3, which you can buy at bartells, is one of the few probiotics that has research that shows it has a positive impact. Also avoid foods high in FODMAP's, google that term if you want to know which foods that is. Thanks Dr. Mike for your informative channel :)

[@ChantelStays]

As I was scrolling ... I couldn't hear your voice.. but I saw your face and I instantly subscribed simply because I can tell.. you're a great communicator 💁‍♀️

[@Riri-cv5jo]

When u make learning videos like this I actually want to learn

[@elizabethbryce4283]

I’m an esthetician’s and I tell my clients to ease up on the face washing if they have acne. There’s a balance of good and bad bacteria on the face. Bad acne means there’s an overrun of the bad. Usually, when I tell them to use a gentle soap and to just put a dot of neosporin on big pimples, their skin shows vast improvement. So interesting!

[@psmith3821]

Hi love what cleanser do you recommend for cleansing once a day ? in the am i just wash my face with water