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What that combined picture suggests: Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus species have the most published functional-constipation trial data, with mixed results across strains Pooled meta-analyses show modest reductions in intestinal transit time with probiotic supplementation Specific strains commonly marketed for constipation (such as HN019) have larger negative trials alongside the smaller positive ones, so the honest reading is mixed Formal IBS guidelines remain conservative on probiotics overall, though bloating-specific endpoints show better signals WONDERBIOTICS Probiotics for Weight Management uses B420 as its named strain
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