Probiotics are microbes that pacify your immune system and prevent the collateral damage from an overactive inflammatory ...

Probiotics interact with gut cells. This results in higher levels of specific proteins, known as anti-inflammatory cytokines. The presence of these cytokines brings in more macrophages and mononuclear ...

The human gastrointestinal tract houses roughly 100 trillion microorganisms (good bacteria). These microorganisms make up ...

The PRoRota-project will use probiotics, improved education in hygiene and advanced mathematical models to prevent children ...

Kombucha is a good source of probiotics, live microorganisms that support a healthy gut. However, a few other drinks have as ...

Patients with colorectal cancer (CRC) undergoing operations were able to prevent postoperative infections and shorten hospital stays by taking probiotics beforehand. Surgical site infections (SSIs) ...

In children, probiotics may reduce the presence of Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans), a germ commonly linked to caries, but they do not significantly affect other dental issues. The meta-analysis was ...

Allergies and asthma affect an increasing number of children worldwide, but now an international research group led by DTU ...

A newly-created probiotic has been found to lower levels of mercury among mice—and researchers hope this could soon help pregnant women and children eat fish more safely. ByLindsey Choo, Former ...

Some probiotics can help reduce IBS symptoms like pain and diarrhea. Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM may help relieve pain in people with IBS. Saccharomyces boulardii might improve symptoms in those ...

Probiotics (beneficial live microbes) may help with acid reflux symptoms, but individual experiences vary. They can be found in different sources, including foods and dietary supplements.