TL;DR: A healthy vaginal ecosystem is typically Lactobacillus-dominant. While antibiotics remain first-line for bacterial vaginosis (BV), evidence suggests that targeted probiotics can help reduce recurrence when used after treatment, especially products featuring Lactobacillus strains designed for the urogenital tract. Pair that with CRANEL’s women-first philosophy and habits that protect the microbiome.Â
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Why VB matters
When lactobacilli thrive, they help keep pH in a protective range and crowd out opportunistic microbes. That’s why clinicians are so interested in supporting VB (vaginal balance) after antibiotics. PMC
What the research says (plain English)
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In a gold-standard randomized clinical trial, women who used a specific Lactobacillus crispatus probiotic (after standard BV treatment) had significantly fewer recurrences vs. placebo. (Key: very strain-specific.) New England Journal of Medicine
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Meta-analyses suggest probiotics can lower BV recurrence risk when added to standard care, though results vary by product and protocol. PMC+1
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Meanwhile, new BV research also explores partner treatment to cut recurrence, showing the field is moving fast beyond “antibiotic alone.” (Flag for your readers: talk to your clinician.) The Guardian
CRANEL’s practical routine (habit stack)
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Finish prescribed treatment if you’re being treated, always follow your clinician's advice.
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Rebuild the ecosystem: Add a daily probiotic habit (CRANEL Bioactive Probiotics = 40B CFU/day) plus fiber-rich meals to feed your microbes. CRANEL+1
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Weekly CRANEL Cranberry Formula for your urinary wellness ritual + hydration.
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Cotton underwear, breathable fabrics, and gentle cleansers, lifestyle wins matter.
Important nuance: Not all probiotics are formulated for VB; benefits are strain and site-specific. We’re pro-science and pro-transparency, always check labels and talk with your provider for personal recommendations. Nature
