I Thought Probiotics Would Help My Gut… But They Made Things Worse

Here’s what actually worked for me.

"Debloat & Soothe product which my nutritionist recommended as part of my protocol..."

For years, I struggled with digestive issues: bloating after every meal, unpredictable bowel movements, constant discomfort, a growing list of food sensitivities, and constant flare ups on my back. I went through endless scans, tests, and appointments, and like many people, I always assumed probiotics were part of the solution.

I tried everything, ranging from expensive liquid probiotics to high-strength capsules, but none of them helped. In fact, they often made me feel worse. What I didn’t realise at the time was that I was dealing with SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), and loading up on more bacteria, even “good” ones, was only adding fuel to the fire.

Eventually, I found a nutritionist who helped me understand that not every gut needs the same approach. In my case, the constant introduction of probiotics was overwhelming an already imbalanced microbiome and contributing to further dysbiosis within my gut. It was a relief to finally realise that the problem wasn't all in my head, and that my gut needed a different kind of support.

That’s when I came across a family run supplement brand, Verity Labs and their Debloat & Soothe product which my nutritionist recommended as part of my protocol. It’s not a typical digestive supplement loaded with probiotics, it actually contains only a small amount of probiotics which are specifically added to avoid overwhelming the gut while gradually reintroducing beneficial bacteria in a gentler way. Its main focus is on reducing inflammation and helping eliminate harmful bacteria, parasites, and fungus that can contribute to gut issues using nutrients such as natural botanicals and digestive enzymes.

"Now, my bloating is significantly reduced, and I feel more in control of my digestion."

When I first started taking it, I’ll be honest, my symptoms got worse before they got better. I later learned this was likely due to die-off reaction - a common response when harmful bacteria or fungus die off and release endotoxins. During this phase, symptoms like bloating, constipation, nausea, chills or stomach upset can temporarily worsen before improving. While this was a bit uncomfortable, it’s was a sign that the product is starting to work by rebalancing my gut. Thankfully, that phase passed, and things slowly started to improve.

Now, my bloating is significantly reduced, and I feel more in control of my digestion. I am still watching what I eat and drink, and I don't consume too much gluten and alcohol. I’m not saying it’s a miracle cure or that it’ll work for everyone, but it turned out to be the right support for me.

There are so many gut health products out there - some may work for certain conditions and people, and some won’t. This was just my personal experience, and I wanted to share it in case it helps someone else feel less alone in their journey.

Lucy W.

Verity Labs Customer