Thank you.
Replied by Mama To Many (Tennessee) on 07/09/2015
Dear Looking for Answer,
Regarding your question about the effect of Turmeric on the good gut bacteria - I think it is a valid and excellent question!
I have no scientific studies to back up my thoughts, only personal experience. My family uses turmeric A LOT! For certain conditions, we have used it daily for weeks. And I have never seen a family member suffer from any type of yeast infection following such a treatment, as is common with chemical anti-biotics. (The same goes for regular use of garlic, another anti-bacterial herb/food. We have used it extensively for infections and have never seen it cause a secondary yeast infection.)
That said, I don't think a pro-biotic would be a bad idea. Using natural pro-biotics, as found in kefir and kombucha is a great health practice anyway.
Just my two cents.
~Mama to Many~
