Vegan Probiotics: How To Get Them From Supplements and Food

In this article, we are going to take a look at probiotics. By the end, you’ll know what probiotics are, whether or not you need them and, if you do, which probiotic supplement might be right for you.

What are Probiotics?

Probiotics are a catchall term that refers to any living bacteria that lives inside of your body, and provide health benefits when consumed. These bacteria live very brief lives in your gut, but unlike the bacteria that can get you sick, probiotics are bacteria that have a positive effect on your insides, strengthening it while they live there. Think of it like having a houseguest. Sometimes they eat all of your food and leave the place a mess, but other times they pick up after themselves and leave the place better than they found it. Probiotics are the good kind.

Probiotics have been scientifically shown to treat certain intestinal health conditions so they almost certainly have a positive effect on your gut. Furthermore, gut health has been shown to be a very important factor in bodily health overall.

How do You Get Probiotics?

Probiotics are bacteria, which means they love to live in things that are fermenting. Since many bacteria are evolved to live decomposing animal products, they’re often marketed as being found in things like yogurt. The truth is, probiotics can be found in a whole suite of plant-based foods. not only that, they can be found in plenty of vegan products that are readily available, but they come in all shapes and sizes. Although they are most often found in animal products like yogurt, they can also be made into some delicious, eye-popping recipes.  be found in plant-based foods. Although there has been plenty of debate as to what conditions probiotic actually treat. In addition to overstated claims about probiotics, there’s also some evidence they could cause side effects, such as gas, bloating, and possibly more serious conditions.

Supplements:

If you have reason to believe you need probiotics, and eating fermented foods isn’t really your style, you may want to consider supplements.

We’ve put together this list of supplements, along with a short description, links and reviews. Happy browsing!

• WOMEN: Dr. Formulated Raw Probiotics for Women 100 Billion CFUs with Prebiotics, Digestive Enzymes, Approved Women’s Probiotic for Adult
• KIDS: Probiotic Gummies for Women, Men, Kids – Tastiest Proprietary Formula – 5 Billion CFU Probiotic Gummies for Digestive Health for Adults and Kids
• ADULTS: Lovebug Complete Mood Probiotic | 10 Clinically Studied Probiotic Strains & Patented Organic Ashwagandha for Cortisol and Serotonin Support 
• SPECIAL: Lovebug Here’s The Skinny | Helps with Constipation, Gas & Digestive Upset | Multi-Strain 10 Billion CFU
• BABY: Lovebug Award Winning USDA Organic Probiotic for Babies | Multi-Strain 4 Billion CFU | Easy-to-Take Powder | Sugar Free 
• KIDS: lovebug PROBIOTICS for Kids – Probiotic Chewables with Prebiotic Fiber for Age 4+, Daily Children’s Gut Health, Constipation, Digestive & Immune Support Supplement, Sugar-Free Berry Flavor

Probiotics Recipes:

As we mentioned earlier, humans have been getting their probiotic fix long before the invention of pills. (or gummies, for that matter) Turns out, you can prepare delicious probiotic food from the comfort of your own home. Check out the Food Monster App!

 Homemade Probiotic Cashew Yogurt

If you want probiotic dairy-free yogurt without all the added sugar, give Sarah Pether‘s Homemade Probiotic Cashew Yogurt a try. While most homemade dairy-free yogurts use Thai young coconut meat, this recipe uses cashews which gives it a thick texture like Greek yogurt. After you blend the cashews you must use glass and wood utensils and bowls! No more metal! Metal will kill the nice friendly bacteria that are going to make the yogurt.

Herbed Probiotic Cashew Cheese

Chances are when you went vegan, you might have missed the taste of cheese. But you might have also missed the probiotic! This Herbed Probiotic Cheese by Alejandra Olmedo has all the flavor of the original, with the added bonus of probiotics!

Slow-Cooker Lentil Miso Soup

Do you always order miso soup to start off your sushi outings? If so, you should definitely try Christin McKamey‘s heartier Slow-Cooker Lentil Miso Soup. In addition to miso (which is a probiotic), this flavorful broth contains ginger, soy sauce, onion, and rice vinegar. Toss all the ingredients in a slow-cooker in the morning and check dinner off your list for the day!

More Probiotic Recipes

• 8 Probiotic Recipes Using Kimchi For Better Gut Health
• Probiotic Berry Smoothie [Vegan]
• Fermented Probiotic Apple Butter [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
• 4-Ingredient Probiotic Oat Yogurt [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
• Coconut Probiotic Yogurt [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
• Probiotic Chocolate Bark [Vegan]
• Probiotic Berry Smoothie [Vegan]
• Probiotic Blueberry Yogurt Bites [Vegan]
• Everything You Need to Know About Probiotic Cultures!
• 15 Natural Plant-Based Probiotic-Rich Recipes

You can find more plant-based probiotic goodness by downloading our Food Monster App, which is available for both Android and iPhone, and can also be found on Instagram and Facebook. The app has more than 10,000 plant-based, allergy-friendly recipes, and subscribers gain access to new recipes every day. Check it out!