There are foods with health halos. And then there are probiotics, which have practically been canonized. The word itself means—no big whoop—"to give life." Probiotics are now a nearly $37 billion ...
Digestive enzyme supplements have gained popularity for their claims of treating common forms of gut irritation, heartburn and other ailments. But how do digestive enzymes work, and who really needs ...
Lindsey DeSoto, RD, is a nutrition writer, medical reviewer, and registered dietitian who helps clients improve their diet for health-related reasons. Her writing covers a variety of topics, including ...
The interaction of probiotic surface molecules with host pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) and associated co-receptors plays a key part in the observed health benefits of probiotic bacteria.
In people prescribed antibiotics, probiotics may be effective in preventing Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea (CDAD), and may reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Probiotics ...
Supplements containing live 'friendly' bacteria, known to many as probiotics, can help to support your digestive health and beyond. Gut health science is still in its early stages, and lifestyle and ...