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Feb 23 2010

Is A Probiotic Supplement That Contains Prebiotics Safe As A Vaginal Suppository?

Posted by: Alan in Probiotics, tags: Contains, Prebiotics, Probiotic, Safe, Supplement, Suppository, That, Vaginal

I know that prebiotics feed probiotics, but since they’re a type of sugar, is it safe for vaginal use?

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2 Responses to “Is A Probiotic Supplement That Contains Prebiotics Safe As A Vaginal Suppository?”

HonA says:

February 23rd, 2010 at 1:45 pm
Nothing is safe as far as supplements are concern.
Ellie says:

February 23rd, 2010 at 5:01 pm
Prebiotics are a particular kind of sugar which is not digested by our body the way “normal” sugars are. These prebiotics are called fructo-oligo-saccharides (FOS) and are used as food by the good bacteria in our gut. That is why some probiotic supplements contain FOS.
If you want to use a vaginal probiotic supplement, make sure you use one which is specifically formulated for this use. Have a look here for more info: http://www.goodhealthnow.co.uk/products/…
A vaginal probiotic supplement is more successful if used in conjunction with an oral probiotic as well as a low-sugar diet.
Hope this helps