Vegan oral probiotic

[Mansell]

Hi there,

Does anyone know of a good vegan oral probiotic? Many oral probiotics have lactose in them or traces of milk protein.

Many thanks in advance!

 

[nobody]

Here are some but I have never taken any. Also, here is a list of microorganims present in Kimchi, which is something I do eat sometimes. That is the only vegan food I know of that contains probiotics. If you eat that you just have to rinse with salt water afterwards so that it doesn't destroy your teeth, because it's really acidic.

 

[Mansell]

Thank you for the links nobody, though I was looking specifically for oral probiotics, so specifically for gum and teeth health.

 

[Veganite]

Here's some related info on probiotics:

Probiotics supplements
In the United States, most probiotics are sold as dietary supplements, which do not undergo the testing and approval process that drugs do. Manufacturers are responsible for making sure they're safe before they're marketed and that any claims made on the label are true. But there's no guarantee that the types of bacteria listed on a label are effective for the condition you're taking them for. Health benefits are strain-specific, and not all strains are necessarily useful, so you may want to consult a practitioner familiar with probiotics to discuss your options.

Source: https://www.health.harvard.edu/vitamins-and-supplements/health-benefits-of-taking-probiotics
https://www.health.harvard.edu/vitamins-and-supplements/health-benefits-of-taking-probiotics
In my humble opinion, you are far better off getting your probiotics through natural whole foods, rather than supplements. I'd be curious to know why you think you need to supplement with them. B12, I can understand, but why probiotics?

 

[Mansell]

I have been having dental issues like bleeding gums and other problems like regular sore throats on and off and they just wont resolve themselves. I get me teeth cleaned on a regular basis but I still face the same issues. To be honest I have had oral health issues since a teen and on a SAD diet, so I want to finally solve them and I think probiotics will help a lot from the many testimonies I have read from other people.

 

[Veganite]

Hmm, well there is a lot of literature on this subject. It would seem not all probiotics are created equal. Finding the right supplement here is key. Have you spoken to your dentist or oral surgeon about this?

I'm not a huge fan of supplements, but it would seem you have a legit reason for the consideration. I've read a few articles on the subject, in light of your thread, and so far there's no conclusive evidence that probiotics work effectively for oral health. I would conclude, myself, however, that you have nothing to really lose by trying it.

If you are going to try this:
"Patients with periodontal disease who used chewing gum or lozenges containing probiotics saw their periodontal
status improve".

Source: https://www.cda-adc.ca/jcda/vol-75/issue-8/585.pdf

I would also conclude that a plant-based diet would be your best bet in optimal health, anyways.

I have no idea where you can get vegan friendly probiotic gum. I also cannot promise any of these are good or even effective: https://urbanvegan.net/probiotic-supplements/

 

[Forest Nymph]

Kombucha, kimchi, and raw sourkraut are all vegan probiotics. Some vegan coconut or almond yogurts contain probiotics. A lot of hippie grocery stores in CA sell vegan probiotic drinks they're like taking a shot of alcohol except not.