Are there FDA-approved probiotics? Understanding the regulatory landscape
                                
                                
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                                Over 4 million U.S. adults reported using probiotics or prebiotics within a 30-day period, according to a 2012 survey, yet many are unaware of the nuanced regulatory status of these products. The critical distinction is whether probiotics are marketed as dietary supplements or drugs, which determines if there are FDA-approved probiotics available to consumers.