Comments on: What is a Probiotic?

By: Amie

Amie — Sun, 18 Jan 2015 17:12:49 +0000

In reply to Janet Gordin. Yes, I stopped using VSL#3 last year but I used it forever when I had c-diff colitis and it helped me tremendously. I never heard about the MSG in here though. Thanks so much Janet!

By: Janet Gordin

Janet Gordin — Sun, 16 Nov 2014 03:53:38 +0000

Hi Amie, I enjoyed reading your website. I was surprised you are taking VSL#3. Perhaps you did not notice on the ingredients which I found difficult to find. On the the sachet or small package containing the powder, two of the ingredients were Maltose which is a sugar that can be harmful to diabetics. The other ingredient is called Natural Flavorings which is a hidden name for MSG. You can Google both these ingredients and you can find that they are not very healthy. I was very surprised about this since my Holistic doctor gave me some as a sample and told me these were the best you can buy. I guess it’s pretty difficult to read all the ingredients. I never used to until recently.Please do think I’m criticizing you. Perhaps you just were not aware.Therbiotic Complete really looks great, thanks for the suggestion Sincerely, Janet.

By: Amie

Amie — Wed, 08 Oct 2014 00:11:35 +0000

In reply to Darcy. Darcy- since it's fermented if you can handle soy then it's fine! oxx

By: Darcy

Darcy — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 23:06:20 +0000

Hi Amie –

I’m really interested in this probiotic. I checked it out online, and it looks like they use fermented soy. I try to avoid soy due to previous thyroid issues. What are your thoughts on this ingredient being included? Thanks!

By: Amie

Amie — Tue, 20 May 2014 03:53:59 +0000

In reply to Alba. I use VSLR 3 and Therbiotic Complete from Klaire Labs; hope that helps!