Supplements to Improve Digestion

Antibiotic-resistant probiotic yeast ideal for preventing traveler's diarrhea and protecting gut flora during antibiotic therapy.

Cuts IBS severity by ~41 points· Weak evidence

Live microorganisms where strain selection determines outcome — Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains best studied for gut, immune, and mood.

Reduce IBS symptom severity by ~1.2 IBS-SSS points· Weak evidence

Enzyme blend that supports digestion of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and fiber, reducing bloating and improving nutrient absorption.

Cynarin and chlorogenic acid stimulate bile production, support liver function, and modestly lower cholesterol levels.

Gingerols and shogaols reduce nausea, accelerate gastric emptying, and provide systemic anti-inflammatory benefits.

Chelated zinc that adheres to damaged stomach tissue, accelerating ulcer healing and protecting gut lining from NSAID damage.

Low-viscosity prebiotic fiber that feeds beneficial gut bacteria and improves IBS and SIBO symptoms without bloating.

Prebiotic fiber that selectively feeds Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli, producing short-chain fatty acids for gut health and immunity.

Enteric-coated peppermint oil is one of the better-evidenced botanicals in gastroenterology — multiple meta-analyses of randomized trials show it relieves global symptoms and abdominal pain in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), with smaller but consistent signals for functional dyspepsia (combined with caraway oil). It is an antispasmodic, not a cure.

Water-soluble bile acid that protects the liver, supports bile flow, reduces ER stress, and aids digestion of fats.