Sections : Probiotics
New Studies Support Probiotics for IBS, Ulcerative Colitis
The new data show, among other findings, that probiotics can greatly lessen symptoms of IBS and colitis, in many cases producing complete endoscopically confirmed remissions. There is also compelling new evidence that probiotics can improve hepatic function in people with several different types of liver disease. The studies reflect a growing interest in probiotics among conventional gastroenterologists.
Oct 20, 2005, 14:14

Sections : Probiotics
THE PROBIOTIC METHOD
Probiotics have been researched extensively for their role in digestive health. These are mono or mixed cultures of microorganisms, generally lactic acid bacteria. They include Lactobacillus acidophilus, L. casei, L. buigaricus, L. plantanim, L. salivarius, L. rhamnosus, B. bifidum. B. Longum, B. infantis and S. thermophilus.

Jul 11, 2004, 14:34

Sections : Probiotics
Why You Should Eat Bugs
Probiotics can keep your stomach and your immune system in shape-as long as you get the real deal.

Its name isn't sexy, and neither are its living arrangements. Probiotics, which are live microorganisms (read bacteria) that are added to your gut, sound like some sort of squirming critter you'd rather steer clear of. But because of their supposed powers to soothe....
Jun 1, 2003, 13:14

Sections : Probiotics
The Pros of Probitoics — the Good Bacteria
Most people can accept that yogurt is good for you because it contains "living microorganisms" that aid in digestive health. We may be less comfortable, however, with the notion that the organisms in...
Mar 22, 2003, 14:22