New Guidelines Say No to Probiotics for Digestive Woes
TUESDAY, June 9, 2020 -- There isn ' t enough scientific evidence to support using probiotics to treat most digestive disorders, according to a new American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) guideline.
Probiotics are living, microscopic organisms... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - June 9, 2020 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
The Infant Gut Microbiome and Probiotics that Work
The gut microbiome is more malleable in the first two years after birth, allowing probiotics to make their mark. Can we exploit this to improve infants ’ health? (Source: The Scientist)
Source: The Scientist - June 1, 2020 Category: Science Tags: Features Magazine Issue Source Type: news
New review helps translate probiotic science into practical primary care recommendations
(International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics) Probiotic supplements are widely available and are promoted as a general way to support the gut microbiome and promote health. A new publication in the Journal of Family Practice summarizes the latest evidence on using probiotics for a variety of specific health conditions, providing practical recommendations to assist primary care physicians in advising their patients. The article, authored by current International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics board members. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - June 1, 2020 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Best supplements: Expert reveals six ways probiotics can benefit your health
PROBIOTICS are live microorganisms you can eat or drink. The health-boosting bacteria can make you feel good, and nutritionist Liz Cooper explained how. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - May 17, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Do probiotics promote oral health during orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances? A systematic review
ConclusionsSupplementation of orthodontic patients with probiotics did not affect the development of inflammation in the gingivae and decalcification in the enamel. Additional RCTs, with longer intervention and follow-up periods, and involving different combinations of probiotic strains are required. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - May 6, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Probiotics May Help Reduce Mild-to-Moderate Acne Symptoms
FRIDAY, April 17, 2020 -- The use of probiotics as an adjunct therapy may help in the management of acne vulgaris, according to a review published online April 7 in Dermatologic Therapy.
Azadeh Goodarzi, M.D., from the Iran University of Medical... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - April 17, 2020 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
How probiotic Bifidobacteria could help celiac disease patients
(American Chemical Society) Gluten is enemy No. 1 for those with celiac disease, and it's hard to avoid. Episodes of this chronic autoimmune illness can be triggered by ingesting gluten, a key protein in wheat and some other grains. Researchers have been exploring how gut bacteria, especially Bifidobacteria, could be used as a treatment. Now, scientists publishing the results of laboratory experiments in ACS' Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry report how specific types of Bifidobacteria work. (Source: EurekAlert! - Biology)
Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - April 15, 2020 Category: Biology Source Type: news
The importance of probiotic names -- and why some of them have changed
(International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics) A global group of scientists has published a paper announcing name changes for some of the bacteria that were historically grouped under the category of Lactobacillus. Members of the Lactobacillus genus are among the most popular bacteria found in consumer probiotic products and fermented foods. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - April 15, 2020 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
'Dead' Probiotic Bacteria Could Help Ease Irritable Bowel
Title: 'Dead' Probiotic Bacteria Could Help Ease Irritable BowelCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/9/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/10/2020 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Digestion General)
Source: MedicineNet Digestion General - April 10, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news
' Dead' Probiotic Bacteria Could Help Ease Irritable Bowel
THURSDAY, April 9, 2020 -- Probiotic supplements containing " killed " bacteria might help some people with irritable bowel syndrome find relief, a new study suggests.
Experts said the findings add to evidence that certain probiotics can help some... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - April 9, 2020 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
' Dead' Probiotic Treatment May Help Reduce Irritable Bowel Symptoms
THURSDAY, April 9, 2020 -- Probiotic treatment with dead bacteria is better than placebo at alleviating symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), according to a study published online April 8 in The Lancet Gastroenterology& Hepatology.
Viola... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - April 9, 2020 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Prebiotics May Slow Skin Cancer Tumor Growth In Mice, Study Finds
BOSTON (CBS) – A new study published in the journal Cell Reports finds that prebiotics could help fight the deadliest form of skin cancer.
Probiotics are live strains of bacteria, but prebiotics are the food for bacteria and stimulate bacterial growth.
Scientists in California looked at two prebiotics: mucin, which is found in the gut and inulin, found in plants like asparagus and onions.
They found that when mice with melanomas were fed these prebiotics, the growth of the tumors was slowed by boosting the immune system’s ability to fight cancer.
They say this is further evidence that gut microbes influence the...
Source: WBZ-TV - Breaking News, Weather and Sports for Boston, Worcester and New Hampshire - February 12, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Health – CBS Boston Tags: Boston News Health Healthwatch Syndicated CBSN Boston Syndicated Local Dr. Mallika Marshall Source Type: news
Designer probiotic treatment for cancer immunotherapy
(Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science) Columbia Engineers have engineered probiotics to safely deliver immunotherapies within tumors, including nanobodies against two proven therapeutic targets -- PD-L1 and CTLA-4. Continuously released by bacteria, the drugs continue to attack the tumor after just one dose, facilitating an immune response resulting in tumor regression. The versatile probiotic platform can also be used to deliver multiple immunotherapies simultaneously, enabling the release of effective therapeutic combinations within the tumor for more difficult-to-treat cancers like colorectal ca...
Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer - February 12, 2020 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news
Parkinson’s disease: Strain of gut bacteria found in probiotics could improve symptoms
PARKINSON'S DISEASE is a condition which slowly damages parts of the brain over many years, but currently there's no cure. A recent study however has linked gut health to the condition, suggesting a certain strain of bacteria found in probiotics could help improve symptoms. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - February 10, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Diet rich in probiotics and prebiotics such as onions eases symptoms in IBD sufferers
Massachusetts researchers set strict meal plans - rich in pre and probiotics - and monitored patients over two months. By the end, two-thirds reported dramatic decline in symptom severity. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - January 23, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
