A viral TikTok conversation has reopened questions about why bacterial vaginosis so often returns, and what restoring the vaginal microbiome may have to do with it.

The research, however, is far from definitive. Like the probiotics claiming to heal your gut, vaginal ones haven’t undergone the stringent safety and efficacy testing necessary for FDA approval. Yes, ...

The term "probiotics" appears on the packaging of yogurts, kimchi, kombucha, sodas and supplements. If you eat or drink any of these products, beneficial bacteria will make their way to your gut and ...

When it comes to vaginal health, doing less is more. “The vagina actually has its own microbiome. It’s supposed to have bacteria. It’s supposed to have its own balance,” Dr. Adi Katz, director of ...

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a relatively common vaginal condition in women between 15 and 44 years. This bacterial infection manifests recurrently despite antibiotic treatment. There are not many ...

A recent study published in the journal Advances In Nutrition reviewed the evidence of the benefits of probiotics for healthy people. Probiotics are microbes that confer health benefits to the host.

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, NDMedically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND Probiotics are live microorganisms—mainly bacteria and yeast—that affect bacteria and other microorganisms living in ...

How’s your vaginal microbiome looking today? If it’s never even crossed your mind, you’re not alone. Like much of the inner workings of our bodies, the vaginal microbiome is a fascinating but largely ...

How Do Probiotics for Women Work? Probiotics work by creating an inhospitable environment for disease-causing species by producing acidic and antimicrobial substances. They also create substances that ...