7 Delicious and Nutritious Probiotic Drinks for a Healthy Gut
You know what they say: hot girls have stomach issues. While we're glad the discussion of gastrointestinal problems has become less taboo, it's also a reminder to support our gut health.
When you have a diet, you'll likely feel bloated and sluggish. Or, maybe you have an IBD (irritable bowel disease) that has you feeling troubled even when you eat healthier. That said, there is one item we can also use to improve our internal function—probiotic drinks.
Probiotics consist of healthy bacteria that help keep your tract operating normally. Introducing a probiotic drink into your diet can help populate and balance the (lack of) microbes in your body.
Below, check out our favorite probiotic drinks so you can take the leap to heal your tummy.
Yakult Nonfat Probiotic Yogurt Drink 5-Pack: $3.49
Yakult was one of the first beverages we discovered to improve gut health. First, they are delicious, which is why you've probably seen them used in your favorite boba shops. They're also easy to drink because of their shot size. Crack one open in the morning and let it perform its magic.
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GT's Guava Paloma Agua de Kefir: $3.99
Fermented drinks, like kombucha, naturally contain probiotics. However, they're often an acquired taste. If you want to ease your way into them, we'd suggest GT's Agua de Kefir. It's tart without the vinegary bitterness of kombucha, balanced by the sweetness of guava.
GoodBelly Probiotics Pear Dairy-Free Oat Drink: $4.49
If you're searching for flavor diversity, you'll love GoodBelly. This brand has everything from vanilla to ginger and yumberry—but the most grossly underrated one has to be pear. It's subtle, making it easy to down before a meal or on the go. Trust us—there is nothing more annoying than having that taste linger for hours (even when it's tasty).
Activia Strawberry Probiotic Dailies Low-Fat Yogurt Drink 8-Pack: $5.32
As far as gut health shots go, we've mostly been relying on Activia's Probiotic Dailies. They have the richest taste. Since we're also on our own health journeys, we usually opt for one of these as a sweet treat instead of a bowl of ice cream or milkshake. They have a nearly identical texture and flavor.
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Karma Wellness Pineapple Mango Probiotic Water: On Sale for $25.64
You can probably tell from our previous selections that most probiotic drinks are thick and creamy. If you want something lighter, you'll enjoy Karma's Probiotic Water. It's no different than adding one of those flavor packets into your beverage, still keeping your H2O thin and airy. The pineapple mango is the perfect choice for summer.
Culture Pop Soda Probiotic Soda Sampler Pack: $32.99
Most sodas that improve your gut health, like Olipop and Poppi, are prebiotic. Culture Pop Soda is the best alternative. It has those bubbles you love and no weird artificial sugar texture. The flavors are also endless—in their sampler pack, you'll get everything, including the classic Black Cherry and the more experimental Strawberry & Rhubarb.
Wildwonder Strawberry Passion Prebiotic and Probiotic Sparkling Drink 12-Pack: $42
Do you want to power your probiotics more? Try also adding a prebiotic, which will encourage probiotic growth. Wildwonder's sparkling sodas work double duty. All their flavors are yummy, but the Strawberry Passion tastes just like a bottle of Fanta.
Curious about our other favorite beverages? Click HERE to discover the best food and drinks our editors tried in May 2024.