Thomas R. Webb, PhD
@thomasrwebb.bsky.social
I’m a scientist with a background in drug discovery, medicinal chemistry and an interest in botany, gardening and ecology. Based in Southern California.
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Thomas-Webb-3
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Speaking from personal experience I find that they can be very helpful in dealing with common gastrointestinal issues. I’m 72 and always had an ironclad guts, until about 3 years ago. They aren’t cheap so if you don’t feel better while taking the probiotics, then I agree that they aren’t worth it.
January 10, 2026 at 7:38 PM
Speaking from personal experience I find that they can be very helpful in dealing with common gastrointestinal issues. I’m 72 and always had an ironclad guts, until about 3 years ago. They aren’t cheap so if you don’t feel better while taking the probiotics, then I agree that they aren’t worth it.
Another friend of gardeners but not common around these parts.
January 9, 2026 at 2:28 PM
Another friend of gardeners but not common around these parts.
Maybe a beneficial Transverse Hover Fly (Eristalis transversa)? Good to see them in your garden, the larvae eat aphids and the adults are great pollinators.
January 9, 2026 at 1:38 PM
Maybe a beneficial Transverse Hover Fly (Eristalis transversa)? Good to see them in your garden, the larvae eat aphids and the adults are great pollinators.
I’m disappointed that he didn’t get up to 800% correct on his cognitive test:)
January 2, 2026 at 10:31 PM
I’m disappointed that he didn’t get up to 800% correct on his cognitive test:)