A couple of questions

Should you take a break from probiotics?

In other words, you need to keep taking the probiotic supplements for the effects to last. If you stop taking them, your gut bacteria are likely return to their pre-supplementation condition within one to three weeks. You may be able to get longer-lasting changes by “feeding the healthy bacteria”.Jun 17, 2018

Are you supposed to take a break from probiotics?

Yes, it is safe to take a small break here and there. We always recommend checking in with your body. After all, you know your body better than anyone else does. Once you have been on probiotics for a while, consider how you're feeling.

Can long term use of probiotics be harmful?

Some reports have linked probiotics to serious infections and other side effects. The people most likely to have trouble are those with immune system problems, people who've had surgery, and others who are critically ill. Don't take probiotics if you have any of those issues.

How long should you take probiotics for?

NICE guidance suggests people who wish to try probiotics be encouraged to select one brand and take it at the recommended dose for at least four weeks while monitoring the effect. However, there is insufficient evidence to recommend named bacteria or probiotic products.

Should you take probiotics everyday forever?

A common question about probiotics is whether it is ok to take probiotic supplements every day. Whilst there may be a few exceptions to this rule, the general answer is yes, it's safe, and usually recommended, to take them daily.

How long should you take a break from probiotics?

Our review also found the changes appear to be short-lived. In other words, you need to keep taking the probiotic supplements for the effects to last. If you stop taking them, your gut bacteria are likely return to their pre-supplementation condition within one to three weeks.

Can your body become dependent on probiotics?

There is no known risk of addiction or dependency when taking probiotic supplements. It is safe to take probiotics on a long-term basis without causing dependency or addiction.

Are probiotics a waste of money?

Probiotics Are a 'Waste of Money,' Study Finds Some researchers in Denmark say the products are “a waste of money,” because there are no apparent health benefits of probiotics for healthy people.