Which bacteria truly qualify as probiotics?
(International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics) Today, the word probiotic is used to describe all kinds of 'good' microorganisms in foods and supplements. Already, scientists have come up with a specific definition of probiotics, however, they have agreed that for a bacterial strain or strains to be called a probiotic, it should follow four simple criteria. Correct use of the term probiotic, per these criteria, will give consumers better transparency about the benefits when they consume products that contain live microorganisms. (Source: EurekAlert! - Biology)
Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - July 27, 2020 Category: Biology Source Type: news
Guidelines Reveal Probiotics' Limited Value for GI Conditions Guidelines Reveal Probiotics' Limited Value for GI Conditions
With some exceptions, the evidence to support probiotics is either weak or nonexistent, says Dr David Johnson.Medscape Gastroenterology (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Headlines - July 14, 2020 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Gastroenterology Commentary Source Type: news
Can Probiotics Treat Depression?
Title: Can Probiotics Treat Depression?Category: Health NewsCreated: 7/8/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/9/2020 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Depression General)
Source: MedicineNet Depression General - July 9, 2020 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
Can Probiotics Help Ease Depression?
Researchers found that various probiotics seemed to improve symptoms in patients with clinical depression -- at least in the short term. (Source: WebMD Health)
Source: WebMD Health - July 9, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Can Probiotics Help Ease Depression?
WEDNESDAY, July 8, 2020 -- Probiotic supplements might help ease depression symptoms in some people, a new research review suggests.
Researchers found that across seven small clinical trials, various probiotics seemed to improve symptoms in... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - July 8, 2020 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Review: Pre/Probiotics May Be Useful for Depression, Anxiety
TUESDAY, July 7, 2020 -- Pre/probiotic therapy may be useful for patients with depression and/or anxiety disorders, according to a review published online July 6 in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention& Health.
Sanjay Noonan, from Brighton and Sussex... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - July 7, 2020 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Can probiotics help with depression? New research suggests a link
A new review of preliminary medical literature has suggested that probiotics -- foods or supplements containing microbes thought to exert a positive influence on our gut -- could help ease depression. (Source: CNN.com - Health)
Source: CNN.com - Health - July 7, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The gut microbiome's role in the development, maintenance, and outcomes of sepsis
The gut microbiome regulates a number of homeostatic mechanisms in the healthy host including immune function and gut barrier protection. Loss of normal gut microbial structure and function has been associated with diseases as diverse as Clostridioides difficile infection, asthma, and epilepsy. Recent evidence has also demonstrated a link between the gut microbiome and sepsis. In this review, we focus on three key areas of the interaction between the gut microbiome and sepsis. First, prior to sepsis onset, gut microbiome alteration increases sepsis susceptibility through several mechanisms, including (a) allowing for expan...
Source: Current Awareness Service for Health (CASH) - July 1, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Probiotics Reduce Allergic Rhinitis in Children and Adults Probiotics Reduce Allergic Rhinitis in Children and Adults
Probiotics appear to benefit people with allergic rhinitis, two studies show. More clinical trials are needed to look at these products, which are often not considered ' real drugs, ' an expert says.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - June 18, 2020 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Allergy & Clinical Immunology News Source Type: news
Microbes might manage your cholesterol
(Harvard University) Researchers discover a link between human blood cholesterol levels and a gene in the microbiome that could one day help people manage their cholesterol through diet, probiotics, or entirely new types of treatment. (Source: EurekAlert! - Biology)
Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - June 17, 2020 Category: Biology Source Type: news
Probiotics Lack Supporting Evidence for Most GI Conditions Probiotics Lack Supporting Evidence for Most GI Conditions
Probiotics have not been shown to be safe and effective for most gastrointestinal conditions, according to new publications from the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA).Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Headlines - June 15, 2020 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Family Medicine/Primary Care News Source Type: news
Bacteria in Chinese pickles can prevent cavities -- Ben-Gurion University study
(American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev) Prof. Ariel Kushmaro of the BGU Avram and Stella Goldstein-Goren Department of Biotechnology Engineering and the Chinese research team evaluated 14 different types of Sichuan pickles from southwest China. They extracted 54 different strains of Lactobacilli and found that one, L. plantarum K41, significantly reduced the incidence and severity of cavities. K41 was also highly tolerant of acids and salts, an additional benefit as a probiotic for harsh oral conditions. It also could have potential commercial value when added to dairy products. (Source: EurekAlert! - Biology)
Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - June 11, 2020 Category: Biology Source Type: news
New Guidelines Say No to Probiotics for Digestive Woes
Title: New Guidelines Say No to Probiotics for Digestive WoesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/9/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/10/2020 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Digestion General)
Source: MedicineNet Digestion General - June 10, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news
Probiotics don't do much for most people's gut health, review finds
Whether contained in yogurt or taken in capsules, probiotics are popular among the health conscious, with millions thought to use them. But a new report from the American Gastroenterological Association said they largely don't do much for gut health. (Source: CNN.com - Health)
Source: CNN.com - Health - June 9, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Probiotics don't do much for most people's gut health despite the hype, review finds
Whether contained in yogurt or stuffed into capsules and sold on pharmacy shelves, probiotics are popular among the health conscious, with millions of people around the world thought to use them. (Source: CNN.com - Health)
Source: CNN.com - Health - June 9, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
