Research
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Probiotics (specifically Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains) improve gastrointestinal health by modulating the immune system, enhancing epithelial barriers, and suppressing pathogen adhesion.
To support gut health, consider incorporating probiotic-rich foods or supplements containing Lactobacillus or Bifidobacterium strains. These microbes help maintain the gut barrier and support immune function. If you are immunocompromised, consult a doctor first to ensure the specific strain is safe for you.
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Probiotics exert their effects via enhancing the epithelial barrier, promoting microbial adherence to the intestinal mucosa while suppressing pathogen adhesion, modulating the immune system, and creating biochemicals that can suppress the growth of pathogenic microorganisms
Why this rating
This is a review paper summarizing various studies; it is not a primary clinical trial.
Source
A comprehensive review of probiotics and human health-current prospective and applications
Bhutada Sarita et al. · Frontiers in Microbiology · 2025
DOI 10.3389/fmicb.2024.1487641
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