Sherry Torkos, BSc, Phm, RPh

Sherry Torkos, BSc, Phm, RPh

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What Everyone Should Know Before Taking a Probiotic

Leading pharmacist and author Sherry Torkos dispels common myths that may be preventing you from getting the maximum probiotic benefits

Americans are expected to spend $2.5 billion1 annually on probiotic supplements by 2018. Which makes sense because probiotics have numerous health benefits, from digestive and immune support to weight management. But some experts, including leading pharmacist and author Sherry Torkos, BSc, Phm, RPh, warn that common myths may be keeping us from getting some or all of these benefits.