The modern bikini made its daring debut on July 5, 1946; on July 6, bothersome bloating became enemy number one.

The bikini was featured at a Parisian poolside fashion show. French engineer Louis Réard introduced the bikini, modeled by Micheline Bernardini, a Parisian showgirl. The name “bikini” was inspired by the Bikini Atoll in the Pacific, where atomic bomb tests had recently occurred. Réard wanted his new swimsuit to make as big a splash as the nuclear tests.

By the 1960s, the bikini was widely accepted, symbolizing freedom, body confidence, and summer fun. But let’s face it: nothing ruins bikini confidence like unexpected bloating.

That’s where probiotics come in. These beneficial bacteria help balance your gut microbiome. Of course, feeling great in a bikini isn’t just about the suit itself; it’s also about how you feel in your skin. For many, bloating can get in the way of showing off that new bikini. That’s where Dr. Ohhira’s Probiotics come in.

Dr. Ohhira’s Probiotics are unique: they’re naturally fermented for three years with 13 strains of lactic acid bacteria, along with a blend of fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, and seaweed. This process produces probiotics, prebiotics (to feed your gut’s good bacteria), and postbiotics (beneficial compounds created during fermentation).

Here’s why Dr. Ohhira’s Probiotics can help you feel less bloated and more confident in your bikini:

• The multi-strain formula helps restore a healthy balance of gut bacteria, which reduces digestive discomfort like bloating and gas.

• The prebiotics and postbiotic metabolites in each capsule support your digestive system, helping to break down food more efficiently and promote regularity.

• Dr. Ohhira’s unique fermentation process means the probiotics are gentle on your system and less likely to cause side effects like gas or bloating, although some mild effects can occur as your gut adjusts.

• The capsules are shelf-stable and designed to deliver their benefits directly to your intestines, where they can work their magic.

• Probiotics can help break down certain foods more efficiently, leading to less gas and fermentation in your gut.

• By boosting the number of beneficial bacteria, probiotics can crowd out the bad guys that might contribute to bloating.

• Certain strains, like Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium lactis, and Bacillus coagulans, have shown promise in studies for reducing bloating, especially in people with persistent or ongoing intestinal sensitivity.

However, results can vary from person to person, and sometimes probiotics may cause a little extra bloating at first as your gut adjusts. This is usually temporary and settles as your microbiome finds its balance.

So, as you slip into your favorite bikini this summer, remember you’re wearing a piece of fashion history that’s all about empowerment and fun. And if you want to keep your tummy feeling as good as it looks, consider adding probiotics to your routine. With some help from your gut’s best friends, you’ll be ready to show off that summer confidence, bloat-free and fabulous.