The Benefits of Saccharomyces Boulardii as a Probiotic Drink for Gut Health
- Vishal Robertson
- Mar 4
- 3 min read
Did you know that your gut affects your digestion, immunity, and overall health? Saccharomyces boulardii is a probiotic yeast strain which supports digestion and strengthens gut function. Lets learn more about it and how to add it to your routine as a delicious probiotic drink.
What exactly is Saccharomyces Boulardii?
Saccharomyces boulardii is a probiotic yeast found in tropical fruits like lychee and mangosteen. Unlike bacterial probiotics, it survives stomach acid and antibiotics, making it highly effective in maintaining a good gut health even while on prescription drugs.
This yeast helps restore good bacteria and fights harmful microbes present in our digestive system. It is often used to relieve diarrhea, bloating, and digestive imbalances which cause discomfort.
The Health Benefits of Saccharomyces Boulardii
1. Supports Gut Balance
Your digestive system contains trillions of bacteria that influence digestion. Saccharomyces boulardii prevents harmful bacteria from overgrowing and promotes beneficial microbes.
2. Reduces Diarrhea
This probiotic helps manage diarrhea caused by antibiotics, travel, and infections. It strengthens the intestinal barrier, reduces harmful bacteria, and speeds up recovery.
3. Boosts Immunity
A strong immune system starts in the gut. Saccharomyces boulardii helps block harmful bacteria, reducing infections and improving gut defense.
4. Supports Nutrient Absorption
A balanced gut absorbs nutrients efficiently, thus helping your body process vitamins and minerals for better energy and overall health.
Who can Benefit from good Gut Health with fizzy Probiotic Drinks made using Saccharomyces Boulardii?
People with bloating, diarrhea, or IBS
Those consuming prescription antibiotics to prevent gut imbalance
Anyone looking to boost immunity
Individuals who want better digestion and nutrient absorption
People who are lactose intolerant and need a dairy-free probiotic
Vegans and vegetarians seeking plant-based probiotics
Those on keto, paleo, or low-sugar diets
Anyone who doesn't like or cannot drink kombucha
Anyone avoiding acidic or highly carbonated probiotic drinks
Who Should Avoid Probiotic Drinks made using Saccharomyces Boulardii?
Some people should check with a doctor before taking these probiotics:
People with severe yeast allergies
Those with central venous catheters, as yeast may enter the bloodstream
Making Fizzy Probiotic Drinks with the Probiotic Brew Bag
Making your own probiotic drink for gut health is simple with the My Own Brews Probiotic Kit. This kit lets you ferment natural, preservative-free probiotics at home using any tea, coffee, or fruit juice of your choice.
Brew Probiotics in 1–2 Days with 4 Steps
Step 1: Preparation
Wash a 1-liter glass jar. Add 1 liter of brewed tea, coffee, or fruit juice of your choice. Let it cool. Enhance the flavor with spices, dried flowers, or herbs.
Step 2: Fermentation
Open and empty one Probiotic Brew Bag by MyOwnBrews into the jar. Shake well, remove the lid, and cover with a breathable cloth. Store in a cool, dark area for 4–6 hours.
Step 3: Bottling
After fermentation, seal the jar and shake gently. Transfer the liquid to washed and cleaned glass bottles. Refrigerate for a non-carbonated drink.
Step 4: Carbonation (Optional)
For fizz, add natural sugar (white sugar, brown sugar, honey or jaggery to each bottle. Seal and store in a cool, dark area for 1 day for light fizz or 2 days for more bubbles. Move to the fridge after 2 days. Use the carbonation calculator for precise amount of sugar or honey to be used for carbonation.
What do we think about Saccharomyces Boulardii?
Saccharomyces Boulardii supports digestion, strengthens gut health, and boosts immunity. It is effective in managing diarrhea caused by antibiotics, travel, or infections. By restoring gut balance, it promotes faster recovery and overall well-being. With all these benefits and as a naturally occuring yeast strain, we prefer using this yeast strain to make gut frindly probiotic drinks in just 2 days compared to messy Kombucha brewing with SCOBY.
Drinking homemade probiotics is a simple way to maintain gut health. If you want to start making your own probiotic drinks, the My Own Brews Probiotic Kit has everything you need to get started and make natural, preservative-free probiotic drinks at home. Start fermenting today and enjoy the benefits of a balanced gut.