The digestive system is home to more than 500 different types of bacteria. They help keep the intestines healthy and assist in digesting food. They are also believed to help the immune system. Probiotics May Help Lots of Ailments Although they are still being studied, probiotics may help several specific illnesses, studies show. In 2011, experts at Yale University reviewed the research. They concluded that probiotics are most effective for: Treating childhood diarrhea Treating ulcerative colitis Treating necrotizing enterocolitis, a type of infection and inflammation of the intestines mostly seen in infants Preventing antibiotic-associated diarrhea and infectious diarrhea Preventing pouchitis, an inflammation of the intestines that can follow intestinal surgery Treating and preventing eczema associated with cow’s milk allergy Helping the immune system The Yale University panel of experts concluded that probiotics may be helpful in other ways, although the evidence is less convincing. These include: Treating symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome Treating vaginitis Treating diarrhea caused by C. difficile bacteria Treating Crohns disease Probiotics may also be useful in unexpected ways. A study published in 2010 suggests that probiotics may lower the risk of common childhood illnesses such as ear infections, strep throat, and colds.
Posted on: Fri, 19 Sep 2014 12:47:44 +0000
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