But before you run out and binge on yogurt, a precaution: There have been some isolated cases of HIV patients eating yogurt and developing infections from the probiotics. In these rare cases, all of the individuals had very advanced HIV disease and were not on treatment, and they all had other disease conditions that could have contributed as well. Modest consumption of yogurt or a supplement in a person controlled on HIV medication is probably safe.
It is important to remember that while some of the damage caused in the gut by HIV may be permanent, taking effective HIV therapy is the most effective way for maintaining long-term health. The use of probiotics and healthy diet (with prebiotics) may provide additional benefits. Discuss this with your healthcare provider and/or a nutritionist. [see the article in blackdoctor.org “10 types of Bacteria that are good for you” Nov. 2, 2016]