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Probiotics might help with weight loss by changing how your body burns energy, turning certain genes on or off, and shifting the balance of gut bacteria—like boosting good bacteria (Bacteroidetes) and reducing others (Firmicutes).
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A Review on Role of Microbiome in Obesity and Antiobesity Properties of Probiotic Supplements
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2019The study says probiotics might help with weight loss by changing gut bacteria and how the body uses energy, which matches the claim.
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