probiotics
05/03/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Probiotics for baby: Infants lacking in good gut bacteria are more susceptible to bad bacteria
Infants who lack good gut bacteria are more susceptible to bad bacteria, according to a review of studies. The review, published in the journal mSphere, found that the lack of the good bacteria in infants caused changes in the pH level of their feces. In the review of studies, researchers at the University of California, […]
11/01/2017
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By Isabelle Z.
Antibiotics found to leave bacterial toxins in your gut, which explains why you need probiotics after antibiotics
If you’ve ever taken a course of antibiotics, you might have been told that it’s a good idea to take probiotics at the same time or immediately afterward. We’ve long known that this is a wise move, but now scientists have gained further insight into precisely why it can make such a big difference in […]
09/29/2017
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By Bridgette Wilcox
Breakthrough science study confirms that probiotics can improve depression symptoms
Probiotics have a reputation for being a boon to gut health, but it may also have unexpected positive effects on mental health, according to new research. A study published in the medical journal Gastroenterology suggested that probiotics may be helpful in improving symptoms in patients with depression, ScienceDaily.com reported. For the study, researchers focused on 44 adults who […]
09/14/2017
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By Tracey Watson
Antibiotic use found to increase risk of autoimmune disease, study finds
Natural and complementary health practitioners have been educating their patients for years about the importance of a healthy microbiome – the perfect balance between friendly and harmful bacteria in the digestive system, which directly correlates to a healthy immune system, brain health and mental well-being. This balance is essential, because if the immune system is […]
08/20/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
BREAKTHROUGH as certain probiotics are found to produce powerful antibiotics that kill superbugs
Scientists at the Baylor College of Medicine are saying that next-generation probiotics can reduce the risk of becoming infected with the bacterium Clostridium difficile, also known a C. difficile or C. diff. This is a common bacterial infection which causes gastrointestinal issues such as bowel discomfort and diarrhea. Treatment for the condition usually involves several […]
07/19/2017
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By Frances Bloomfield
Children need to be allowed to play in the dirt to fully develop their immune systems, expert claims
While most parents would do their best to keep their children and their homes as clean as possible, others are happy to let their children get dirty. Jack Gilbert is one such parent. According to Gilbert, encouraging children to play in the mud isn’t just good for them, but absolutely essential. To the proud parent […]
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