In a healthy adult without severe immunocompromise, central venous catheter, or critical illness, what probiotic strains, doses, and durations are recommended for preventing antibiotic‑associated diarrhea, treating diarrhea‑predominant irritable bowel syndrome, and general gut health, and what are the contraindications and dietary alternatives?

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