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Discover the Power of Homemade Probiotic Yogurt

Welcome to the world of gut health! At Collard Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we’re passionate about probiotics and believe our Standard Process products are among the best. But for the ultimate probiotic experience, nothing beats making your own yogurt at home. It’s affordable, natural, and packed with biodiverse probiotics that your body will love. Unlike store-bought yogurt, homemade yogurt lets you control the process to maximize health benefits. Ready to transform your gut health? Let’s dive into why homemade yogurt is a game-changer and how you can start today!

Why Homemade Yogurt?

Store-bought yogurt is often cooked at high temperatures for just 4 hours, which reduces the number of live probiotics. Our method, by Dr. William Davis, uses low temperatures and extended fermentation to create a probiotic-rich superfood. By fermenting for 36 hours at 98–100°F, you preserve and amplify the beneficial bacteria, supporting a healthy, biodiverse gut.

Homemade yogurt is:

• Cost-Effective: Save money compared to pricey store-bought options.
• Customizable: Choose strains like L. reuteri or SIBO-specific probiotics to suit your needs.
• Nutrient-Dense: Your body absorbs probiotics from real food more effectively than supplements.

What You’ll Need to Make Yogurt at Home

To get started, you’ll need a few key items. We’ve personally tested and recommend the following equipment and ingredients for the best results.

Equipment

• Yogurt Maker: Choose one based on the quantity you’ll make (e.g., for a family or individual). Look for:
  • A 36-hour timer for extended fermentation.
  • Temperature control (98–100°F for optimal probiotic growth).
  • Example: Small batches Amazon Suteck Yogurt Maker. Large batches Amazon Sous Vide Cooker
• Glass Jars: Use glass for fermenting in a water bath. Ensure lids are secure to prevent water from entering.
• Water Bath Setup: Fill your yogurt maker with water to the same level as the yogurt in the jars for consistent heating.

Products: Amazon Suteck Yogurt Maker , Amazon Sous Vide Cooker ,

Ingredients for L. reuteri Yogurt

We recommend starting with the L. reuteri strain for its gentle yet powerful health benefits. After 4 weeks, you can switch to a SIBO-specific strain for advanced gut support.

Recipe for L. reuteri Yogurt (36-Hour Fermentation, 100°F)

• 10 Gastrus tablets crushed (*or 2 tablespoons from a previous batch) Amazon Gastrus Tablets
• 2 tablespoons prebiotic fiber (inulin) Amazon Inulin powder
• 1 quart half-and-half

Instructions:

1. Crush the Gastrus tablets and mix with inulin.
2. Add a small amount of half-and-half to create a smooth slurry (this prevents clumping).
3. Stir in the remaining half-and-half and mix thoroughly.
4. Pour into glass jars, secure lids, and place in the yogurt maker’s water bath.
5. Ferment at 100°F for 36 hours. Note: Your first batch from tablets wil have a strong smell and taste. *Use 2 tablespoons from the first batch to make the second batch. Your second and third batch will be a smoother, tastier result.

Why L. reuteri?

This probiotic strain is gentle, making it ideal for beginners. It supports digestion, immunity, and overall gut health. After a month, consider transitioning to a SIBO-specific strain for targeted benefits. Want to learn more about probiotic strains? Explore Dr. William Davis’s yogurt recipes and join dedicated communities on L. Reuteri & SIBO Yogurt Facebook Group .

Ingredients for SIBO

SIBO yogurt is specifical for your small intestines. Because it is going after the bad bacteria in your small intestines we don’t want to create room for fungas to grow in its place. We recomend taking an anti-fungal for the first four weeks while eating the SIBO yogurt. Amazon Anti Fungal Curcumin we recomend two capsules twice per day.

Recipe for SIBO (36-Hour Fermentation, 106°F)

• 10 Gastrus tablets crushed (or 2 tablespoons of L. reuteri yogurt) Amazon Gastrus Tablets
• 1 capsule Lactobacillus gasseri BNR17 Amazon BNR17
• 1 capsule Bacillus coagulans GBI-30,6086 Amazon GBI-30,6086
  • Or use 2 table spoons of previous SIBO batch.
• 2 tablespoons prebiotic fiber (inulin) Amazon Inulin powder
• 1 quart half-and-half

Instructions:

1. Crush the tablets and mix with capsules and inulin.
2. Add a small amount of half-and-half to create a smooth slurry (this prevents clumping).
3. Stir in the remaining half-and-half and mix thoroughly.
4. Pour into glass jars, secure lids, and place in the yogurt maker’s water bath.
5. Ferment at 106°F for 36 hours. Note: Your first batch from tablets may have a strong smell or taste. Use it to start a second batch for a smoother, tastier result. We thow away the first batch.

Why SIBO-Specific Yogurt?

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) occurs when excessive bacteria grow in the small intestine, leading to symptoms like bloating, abdominal discomfort, and nutrient malabsorption. While L. reuteri yogurt is a gentle starting point for improving gut health, transitioning to a SIBO-specific probiotic strain after 4 weeks can target these issues more effectively. Here’s why:

• Targeted Support: SIBO-specific strains, such as certain Lactobacillus or Bifidobacterium species, are selected to restore balance in the small intestine without exacerbating bacterial overgrowth.
• Reduces Symptoms: These strains help regulate gut motility and reduce bloating, making them ideal for those with SIBO-related discomfort.
• Builds on L. reuteri: After 4 weeks of L. reuteri to establish a healthy gut foundation, SIBO yogurt fine-tunes your microbiome for optimal digestion and nutrient absorption.
• Safe and Gradual: Transitioning after L. reuteri ensures your gut is primed for stronger strains, minimizing potential discomfort.

Get Started Today!

We hope this helps you on a path to healing your gut health, and feeling better. If you have any question please reach out to Dr. Collard through any of the following.

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