Systemic action of probiotics

[rowingmom]

Many results show certain strains of probiotics and prebiotics helping in every corner of the body, so to speak, including nasal allergies, lung infections, skin eczema, brain hormone imbalances, blood pressure, you name it.

I am interested in the references for these studies as well. The effect of gut health on the immune system and hormonal functioning is not really general knowledge yet. Our LLMD does not even prescribe probiotics for our DD11 who is on a multiple abx protocol. I have seen mentioned that some strains acquired at birth and in early childhood prepare the immune system for proper functioning, but really nothing else. We use probiotics to help maintain gut health, but that is as far as my knowledge goes. Is it even possible to replenish proper flora after multiple rounds of abx? Any information is appreciated.

[Mayzoo]

Many results show certain strains of probiotics and prebiotics helping in every corner of the body, so to speak, including nasal allergies, lung infections, skin eczema, brain hormone imbalances, blood pressure, you name it.

I am interested in the references for these studies as well. The effect of gut health on the immune system and hormonal functioning is not really general knowledge yet. Our LLMD does not even prescribe probiotics for our DD11 who is on a multiple abx protocol. I have seen mentioned that some strains acquired at birth and in early childhood prepare the immune system for proper functioning, but really nothing else. We use probiotics to help maintain gut health, but that is as far as my knowledge goes. Is it even possible to replenish proper flora after multiple rounds of abx? Any information is appreciated.

 

Some links to cover immunity and probiotics.

 

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Edited February 16, 2013 by Mayzoo

[ThinkGutBacteria]

I've noticed that many of the members on this forum are female. You guys might therefore be particularly interested in the YouTube videos of Dr. Gregor Reid at the University of Western Ontario on probiotics and female health. He's one of the big-wigs in the field of probiotics and can clear myth from fact when discussing probiotics in the context of antibiotic use, vaginal bacteriosis, preterm birth, yeast infections, etc. I should mention he's also something of a salesman because the beneficial strains of lactobacilli he co-discovered in the 1980's are commercially available. Despite this potential conflict of interest, his lectures are very valuable for us.

 

[ThinkGutBacteria]

I've noticed that many of the members on this forum are female. You guys might therefore be particularly interested in the YouTube videos of Dr. Gregor Reid at the University of Western Ontario on probiotics and female health. He's one of the big-wigs in the field of probiotics and can clear myth from fact when discussing probiotics in the context of antibiotic use, vaginal bacteriosis, preterm birth, yeast infections, etc. I should mention he's also something of a salesman because the beneficial strains of lactobacilli he co-discovered in the 1980's are commercially available. Despite this potential conflict of interest, his lectures are very valuable for us.

 

 

There are 14 "chapters" to get through.

[kimballot]

There are 14 "chapters" to get through.

 

I am only able to view the first minute and 51 seconds here. Not sure how to get to the rest of the chapters. Looks very interesting. Thanks.