Do probiotics help with feminine odor?

Ladies, I know what you are thinking: not another article about feminine odor. But wait! Before you click away in disgust, let me tell you that this one is different. This one is funny. This one will make you laugh so hard, your triple-layered Spanx will start quivering like a jellyfish on steroids.

Now, onto the serious stuff – do probiotics help with feminine odor?

What’s that Smell?

First things first: Why does our vagina sometimes smell funky? Our Lady Garden has its own ecosystem of bacteria which helps to keep it healthy and functioning normally. However, when there’s an imbalance of good and bad bacteria (which can happen for many reasons) – things can get…smelly.

Some common causes of vaginal odor include:

  • Sweat
  • Menstruation
  • Sexual activity
  • Certain foods (No more curry cravings!)
  • Bacterial vaginosis or other infections

So how do we fix this issue? Well, some women swear by probiotics.

Wait – What Are Probiotics Again?

Are they tiny aliens invading my Lady Business area? Nope.

In short: probiotics are live microorganisms (bacteria or yeasts) that can be beneficial to your health. You may have heard them praised as stomach soothers or immune boosters; but did you know they could also help tackle yo’ stank problem down below?

The Power of Good Bacteria

Here’s the science part: Our bodies are full of trillions (cue Dr Evil impression) of microorganisms; most residing peacefully without causing any harm — others lending a hand in digestion and even boosting the immune system against infection-causing germs (‘good’ bacteria).

One study found ‘specific strains’ from Lactobacillus species produced antimicrobial substances, which helped defend against vaginal infections.

Probiotics for Female Odor? Tell me more…

Now that we know what probiotics are and how beneficial they can be to our bodies, let’s address the elephant in the room – do they actually help with feminine odor?

The answer is yes, but only to a certain extent as many other factors could still result in smelly down-belows. There are limited studies conducted specifically on this subject; most of them rely on participant reporting (not exactly the best scientific practice); so take each study with a pinch of salt:

Study 1

A study showed some Lactobacillus species found improvements in basic vaginal health such as pH levels and symptoms related to bacterial vaginosis (BV). However, it did not focus specifically on smell reduction or relief.

Study 2

Another study gave oral probiotics over the course of four weeks. They reported an improvement in both vaginal pH & odor.

We should also note: taking antibiotics alongside your daily cuppa’ probiotic might counteract its benefits i.e should probably just pick one option (sobs silently)

The Verdict: Do Probiotics Help With Feminine Odor?

While there’s no definitive answer yet, some experts believe that introducing additional strains of good bacteria can combat bad bacteria balance – reducing unwanted odors.

But at the end of day my friends (❓ ) everyone’s different so why not give it a go()! Test if those creamy little acutance help jolt you from having bleach-soaked-sock smelling lady bits. Just ensure you conduct your own research beforehand!

To conclude ladies -Wacky Tabaccy haircuts come and go along with fidget spinners — but proper hygiene practices never leave! Stick to keeping clean (unlike our hands during COVID) by practicing safe sex, wiping front to back and keeping your areas nice n’ dry. Maybe even switch it up with a probiotic toss’d in.

And who knows? Perhaps 2022 is the year for us to really celebrate our vaginas – scent be damned!

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