By Dr. Alex Sheppard, D.C. — Oasis Chiropractic & Wellness Center, Cottage Grove, MN The Most Common Gut-Health Mistake I See If you feel like a probiotic making symptoms worse, you're not alone. Some people experience bloating, gas, digestive discomfort, or changes in bowel habits after starting a probiotic. This doesn't necessarily mean probiotics are bad for you—it may mean that the specific strain, dosage, timing, or combination isn't a good fit for your current digestive