Bacterial vaginosis BV) is a common affliction in pre-menopausal women, characterized by itching and abnormal vaginal discharge. BV is characterized by a depletion of beneficial bacteria and recurrent infections are fairly common. A recent study suggests that a mix of...
Stress and anxiety are considered psychological problems, but an increasingly large body of research is finding connections between physical changes in the body and psychological outcomes. A recent study suggests that daily supplementation with the probiotic Lactobacillus plantarum P8 may...
People with type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome exhibit the highest cardiovascular risk. A recent study suggests that a combination of eight probiotic strains may help improve cardiometabolic health in people with diabetes. Participants in the study included 30 people...
Depression and anxiety are both common in people who suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). A recent study suggests that taking a probiotic supplement may improve symptoms of depression and anxiety in people with IBS. Participants in the study included...
Bone fragility is rarely detected before the first fracture, so preventative measures are particularly important. A recent study suggests that taking a probiotic supplement may improve bone health in mature women by up to 50%. Participants in the study included...
Probiotics are well known for improving gut health. A recent study suggests that taking a daily supplement of the probiotic Bacillus subtilis C-3102 may help improve stool frequency and consistency in healthy people. Participants in the study included 88 healthy...
Previous research suggests that women’s gut microbiome changes during pregnancy and that changes in gut microbiome may be linked with depression. A recent study suggests that taking a supplement of a probiotic strain may help improve postpartum depression symptoms. In...
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that affects the large intestine. IBS symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, and urgent bowel movements. A recent study suggests that taking a multi-strain probiotic may improve symptoms in people with diarrhea-predominant IBS....
Hay fever is estimated to affect between 10% and 30% of the global population. It is characterized by inflammation of the nose that leads to runny nose, congestion, red and watery eyes, sneezing, cough, and itchy nose. A recent pilot...
