🤯 Probiotics and Kids: When, How, and If | Gut Health Expert Unpacks The Science | EP 16
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Are probiotics really necessary for kids?
Parents hear a lot about gut health, but what’s fact and what’s hype? In this episode of The Messy Bite, I’m joined by gut health expert and registered dietitian Desiree Nielsen, RD to unpack the truth about probiotics for children.
We explore what probiotics actually are, how they support immunity, and whether yogurt or kefir is enough—or if a supplement might help. You’ll learn the difference between probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics, plus fun and stress-free ways to include them in your kids’ meals.
We also dive into the latest science on breast milk–derived probiotic strains and how they can support kids’ immune and digestive health.
Don’t guess when it comes to your child’s gut health—get expert, evidence-based guidance!
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Tags: #KidsNutrition #Parenting #HealthyEating
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