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Liver problems? Hong Kong residents should know the "Probiotic Liver Protection Method" + Best Time and Techniques for Taking It.

Dr. Eric Berg explains that whether you have fatty liver, hepatitis, or even cirrhosis, probiotics are a simple yet powerful supplementary treatment . They not only aid digestion but can also reduce liver inflammation, slow fibrosis, and protect the brain.

🧠 Why can probiotics help the liver?

1️Prevents bacterial translocation

Liver damage → Gut bacteria may cross the intestinal wall → enter the lymphatic system
Triggering an immune response → Promoting inflammation, increasing cytokines (such as TNF-α ) → Exacerbating liver damage.

2️ Reduce ammonia toxins

Elevated ammonia levels in the blood of patients with liver disease can be transmitted to the brain , affecting memory, mood, and even causing coma.
Probiotics can inhibit ammonia-producing bacteria and reduce neurotoxins.

🥬 Food sources vs. supplements

Natural probiotic foods : kimchi, sauerkraut, Korean kimchi, kombucha, sugar- free kefir
Supplements : Choose products that are acid-resistant and contain multiple bacterial strains.
Note : Avoid taking this product with apple cider vinegar or lemon water → the acidic environment will kill bacteria.

🕒 Best time and techniques for taking probiotics

Take after meals : Food can dilute stomach acid , thereby increasing the survival rate of the bacteria.
Stomach acid is weaker in the morning → If you have breakfast, you can choose to take it at this time.
When taking on an empty stomach : It is recommended to drink plenty of water → to speed up the passage through the stomach and reduce acid exposure time.
Avoid microwaving probiotic foods → High temperatures will kill live bacteria.

🌱 The relationship between microorganisms and the human body

The number of microorganisms inside and outside the human body is 10 times that of cells.
Microorganisms help: produce vitamins, digest fiber, detoxify, and defend the immune system.
Antibiotics kill good bacteria → It is recommended to supplement with probiotics at the same time to prevent Candida infections.

🧪 Stomach acid and probiotic survival rate

Healthy stomach acid pH : 1–3 → can kill most bacteria.
Older adults tend to have higher stomach acid ( pH 4–7 ) → probiotics are more likely to survive.
Some bacterial species, such as Lactobacillus , can tolerate pH 2.5 for up to 3 hours .

🧾 In conclusion: Don't assume that "probiotics = gut health" is as simple as it seems. Knowing how to use them is key to truly protecting your liver.

Starting today, a cup of sugar-free kefir, a dish of pickles, and a proper habit of taking probiotics will lay a solid foundation for your liver, brain, and immune system!

Don't be misled by the myth that "probiotics = digestion." Knowing when to use them, how to combine them, and how to choose the right bacteria is key to true health! 💪🦠🫀