Two years ago I went on a specific paleo diet. This diet did not work for me. Everyone is different, but my system could not handle the high histamine fermented foods; coconut aminos, kraut, kefir etc., along with the high histamine leftover meat meals that I was relying on as a primary source of calories. I developed hives, I believe, as a result of this style of eating. Those of you in the same situation know how devastating hives can be. I can no longer drink alcohol without breaking out in hives, direct sun can bring them on, itchy or tight clothing, many things aggravate them. Before the diet, I would get red in the cheeks when drinking alcohol, but nothing more. I have also always had very sensitive skin as well as dermatographia. (maybe these are clues that a person has issues with histamine and should think twice before following this type of diet!) Anyhow, after a lot of hunting for a solution on the internet, I came across these bifido only probiotics. I also read positive reviews here.. thank you! I have tried some other supplements and lifestyle changes, as well.
As for the ProBiota Bifido: I took these 2-5 times a week, sometimes emptying the capsule into a smoothie with a not-to-ripe banana for the extra prebiotic fiber. I still had hives while taking these but they got less and less severe. I was able to stay in the sun longer. I no longer had hives under my boots and socks every day. When I did break out in hives, they would go away quicker. I stopped counting on getting hives every day while taking these. I would only get a severe reaction at concert or similar situation where you are moving around and its hot and exciting. I would say these probiotics and maybe some other things made me 60 percent better. The interesting thing is that after I went through a bottle and was no longer taking them, my hives were at an all time low. I thought maybe they had run their course. Its been about a month since I've run out, and the hives seem to be creeping up a little more often again :(, like there is still a probiotic war going on in my system, the good guys (bifidobacteria) might win, they just need another army... lol. So I am reordering now.
I will add that eating a balanced diet, NOT eliminating foods, has helped me, personally. I believe that when I cut certain foods and entire food groups from my diet, I set myself up for nutrient/vitamin/mineral deficiencies that perhaps pushed me toward not being able to process certain foods/substances anymore, so I avoided even more foods, deepening the problem, creating a vicious cycle. I slowly began eating a little of everything again, minus the fermented stuff. I also lost too much weight on the diet, I find that as I gain it back, symptoms seem to go down as well!
I really hope this review helps someone out there in a similar situation. :)
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| Probiota Bifido | ProBiota HistaminX | ProBiota Infant Powder | ProBiota Sensitive | Bacillus Coagulans | Probiota Rhamnosus | |
| Serving Size | 1 capsule | 1 capsule | 1 scoop (Approximately .5 gram) | 1 capsule | 1 capsule | 1 capsule |
| Total Servings | 60 | 60 | 120 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| Cost per Serving | 0.72 | 0.48 | 0.50 | 0.63 | 0.37 | 0.58 |
| Delivery Method | vegetarian capsule | vegetarian acid-resistant capsule for targeted delivery to the gut | powder | vegetarian capsule | vegetarian acid-resistant capsule | vegetarian capsule |
| Live Probiotic Cultures | 10 billion CFU | 10 billion CFU | 5 billion CFU | 25 billion CFU | 3 billion CFU | 20 billion CFU |
| Concern-Specific Ingredient Selection | Bifidobacterium may help support healthy immune system, digestion & support colon health | Histamine-friendly species may help support the gut's healthy response to ingested histamine. May help support a healthy immune system & gut microbiome | Specially formulated for children up to the age of 2 to help support healthy digestion and absorption of nutrients in breastmilk, formula or other foods. May help support normal intestinal L(+) lactic acid production | 12 species of probiotic bacteria to help support a diverse, healthy intestinal environment. Inulin- and polysaccharide-free to support those with dietary restrictions or sensitivities. | Highly-resilient probiotic strain-great for travel. May help support healthy gut barrier, immune system & intestinal environment | Lactobacillus rhamnosus may help support healthy intestinal permeability, bowel consistency, immune system & healthy skin |
| Climate Controlled Environment | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Probiotic is shelf stable and requires no refrigeration | ✓ |
| Suitable for Vegans & Vegetarians | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gluten Free & Dairy Free | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Made in USA with Quality Assured Ingredients | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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New formula contains “gellan gum” - bad for MCAS sensitivities
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2020
I have very bad MCAS and thus am very sensitive to fillers and other excipients so when I ordered the product I double checked for any fillers or excipients that I know I react badly to. I just took my first pill and experienced an MCAS flare so I checked the label and sure enough I have been sent a different or new “acid resistant” formula that contains gellan gum in the capsule. For anyone with MCAS, please be aware that this is a new formula and not the ingredients shown on the listing. I wish amazon would update the listing before sending new formula products, this is not the first time this has happened!!!
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