Give me a clue about skim milk, soy, probiotics, etc., etc.

[tanyev]

11. This is from a book that helped me a great deal with stomach problems.

Why Doesn't My Doctor Know This? by David Dahlman

Lactobacillus: Try to find a dairy-free supplement that includes L. acidophilus, L. salivarius, L. paracasei, and L. plantarum, as well as Streptococcus thermophilus. Make sure the product you select is guaranteed by the manufacturer to provide no fewer than 15 billion combined live organisms per serving through the expiration date; do not purchase a product that claims not to need refrigeration.

Bifidobacterium: Try to find a dairy-free supplement that includes B. lactis and S. thermophilus. (The same notes about 15 billion and refrigeration also apply here.)


I take Nature's Way Primadophilus Bifidus which I get from a refrigerated case at a health food store. The capsules are 5 billion each. His dosage recommendation is deliberately high for people who are having stomach problems. I started at 3 capsules a day and have now taken that down to 1 capsule a day.

I never had classic lactose intolerance symptoms, but after reading his book I decided to try going dairy-free for a little while and I have to say I feel better than I have in a very long time, so something in dairy products was aggravating me. We use almond milk, coconut milk creamer, and I eat a soy yogurt almost every day.