3243: How Probiotics Can Help You Lose Weight and Belly Fat by Hrefna Palsdottir with Healthline on Gut Health Benefits episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 1, 2026 · 11 MIN

3243: How Probiotics Can Help You Lose Weight and Belly Fat by Hrefna Palsdottir with Healthline on Gut Health Benefits

from Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition · host Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3243: Hrefna Palsdottir explores how specific probiotic strains may aid in weight loss by improving gut health, reducing inflammation, and regulating appetite-related hormones. The article highlights evidence supporting the role of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains in lowering belly fat and preventing weight gain, offering a natural complement to a healthy lifestyle. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/probiotics-and-weight-loss Quotes to ponder: "Probiotics may reduce the number of calories you absorb from food." "Evidence indicates that Lactobacillus gasseri may help people with obesity lose weight and waist circumference." "Certain probiotic strains, such as VSL#3, may be able to reduce weight gain." Episode references: Lactobacillus gasseri and weight loss (PubMed): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24912386/ VSL#3 Probiotic Blend (VSL#3 Official Site): https://vsl3.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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