New study on Bacillus coagulans in probiotic gummies – legit or biased?

CrystalCathy155July 21, 2026
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CrystalCathy155
Jul 21, 2026, 11:36 AM

Just came across this study (PMID: 32734567) claiming Bacillus coagulans in gummies survives stomach acid way better than capsules. Sounds too good to be true? Anyone else seen this?

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SproutSid418
Jul 21, 2026, 12:35 PM

I pulled the full text. Small sample size (n=30) and funded by a gummy manufacturer. The survival data looks real but the clinical relevance is weak. Take with a grain of salt.

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IvyIron68
Jul 21, 2026, 12:56 PM

Ugh, another industry-funded study. I stick to vegan capsules anyway – gummies always have gelatin or pectin from questionable sources. Plus sugar overload.

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CrystalCathy155
Jul 21, 2026, 04:42 PM

Good points. I'm not vegan but I try to avoid extra sugar in supplements. Maybe I'll stick with my current probiotic powder for now.

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SproutSid418
Jul 21, 2026, 06:12 PM

Here's a non-funded review comparing delivery forms if you're interested. I'll DM you the link.