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It's no secret that losing weight can be a struggle, especially when your healthy diet and exercise routine don't seem to be paying off. You may consider turning to probiotics to aid your weight loss results. While you may eat fermented foods, such as yogurt, to get your probiotics, you can also opt for a probiotic supplement. Read on to find out the one probiotic you should eat before bed for weight loss, according to a dietitian.
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Multi-Strain Probiotic
The best probiotic you should take before you go off to sleep is a multi-strain probiotic that contains both lactobacillus and bifidobacterium, according to the nutrition experts at Ora Organic. Multi-strain probiotics are the best option since different strains provide a different function for the body, says Sara Korzeniewski, RD.
And according to Enzyme Essentials, one of the best times to take a probiotic is at nighttime before bed. Now, why is the best time to take a probiotic at nighttime? Well, according to Natren, a pioneer and provider of probiotics, taking probiotics at any time is better than not taking them at all, but it can be extra beneficial to take them at night.
According to Natren, "For some people who have trouble sleeping, the best time to take probiotics is right before bed," the website reads. "A strong connection exists between the gut and the liver, and “quieting” the liver seems to help with sleep." Probiotics can help you to maintain good gut health and get your digestion to function properly. Probiotics are essential for weight loss so that you can guarantee your gut and metabolism can help aid your weight loss results.
So, it's beneficial to find a multi-strain probiotic that works best for you and your own personal results. As you can tell, probiotics can be a huge help when it comes to dieting and trying to shed unwanted belly fat. For more information on how to best take or consume probiotics, make sure to check out the one metabolism boosting probiotic you should take this week, according to a dietitian.
