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Best for evidence-based probiotic users
Seed is a US-based microbiome science company selling a daily synbiotic combining 24 probiotic strains with a polyphenol prebiotic, shipped DTC on subscription.
Was skeptical about another probiotic subscription but gave it a try. First 3 weeks nothing. Around week 6 my bloating felt less after meals for me. Still get it with heavy dairy. Not a miracle but I'll keep going. Packaging is nice. Price is steep.
Took it daily for two months. Didn't notice much different in my digestion honestly. No side effects either. The capsule design is clever but I'm not sure I can justify the monthly cost without a clear change for me.
Been on it 4 months now. For me the big change was regularity — fewer off days, less urgency. Can't say it's just the probiotic (I also changed my breakfast) but whatever the combo is, I feel better. Customer service was good when I paused a shipment.
Tried it after my SIBO treatment on my GI's suggestion. First week I had some extra gas (adjustment period maybe). By week 4 that settled. Bloating is still there occasionally but less intense. Would I pay $50/mo forever? Not sure.
Part of my supplement stack for about 6 months. Hard to isolate what's doing what but I feel generally more resilient with takeout meals than I used to. The science-forward marketing actually delivers some studies when you ask, which I appreciate.
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