Tag: probiotics
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Synbiotic Diets: Harnessing Probiotics and Prebiotics for Gut Health
Introduction Synbiotic diets bring together probiotics (live beneficial microorganisms) and prebiotics (the non-digestible fibers that feed them) to create a combined effect on gut health. By supporting a balanced gut microbiota, these synbiotic regimens may influence digestion, immunity, and metabolic health. This article explores how synbiotic diets work, their potential benefits, practical dietary sources, and…
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Synbiotic Diets: The Combined Power of Probiotics and Prebiotics for Gut Health
Introduction Synbiotic diets fuse probiotics — beneficial live microorganisms — with prebiotics — the dietary fibers they feed — to influence the gut microbiome in ways that may support digestion, immunity, and overall well-being. This combined approach is grounded in the idea that a balanced gut ecosystem thrives when both probiotic strains and their preferred…
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Pro, Pre, and Postbiotics: The Changing Landscape of Skincare
Understanding the Landscape: What Are Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Postbiotics? The skincare world is buzzing with terms like probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics. While they share a common goal—supporting a healthy skin microbiome—their roles differ. Probiotics are live beneficial bacteria applied to the skin to balance the microbiome. Prebiotics are the nutrients that feed these helpful microbes,…
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Pro, pre, and postbiotics: the changing landscape of skincare
Understanding the new players in skincare The skin’s microbiome is a thriving ecosystem that influences barrier function, inflammation, and overall skin health. In recent years, beauty science has shifted from simply cleansing and moisturizing to nurturing this microbial community. Probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics are at the forefront of this shift, offering targeted ways to support…
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Antimicrobial Peptides Offer Hope Against Salmonella in Chickens, OSU Study Finds
Overview: A New Tool Against Salmonella Salmonella remains the leading cause of foodborne illness linked to poultry, challenging farmers and public health officials. A recent study from researchers at The Ohio State University highlights a promising line of defense: antimicrobial peptides derived from a strain of probiotic bacteria. In both laboratory settings and live poultry…
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Antimicrobial Peptides in Chickens: A Promising Defense Against Salmonella
Introduction: A New Tool Against a Old Foe Salmonella remains the leading cause of bacterial foodborne illness linked to poultry, challenging farmers and public health officials alike. A new line of research from scientists at The Ohio State University and collaborators explores a novel defense: antimicrobial peptides derived from probiotic bacteria. In both laboratory settings…
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Antimicrobial Peptides Show Promise Against Salmonella in Chickens, Study Finds
New Hope in the Fight Against Salmonella Researchers from The Ohio State University have identified antimicrobial peptides derived from a probiotic bacterial strain that could help curb Salmonella, the leading cause of bacterial foodborne illness linked to poultry. In a series of lab and live-animal tests, these peptides demonstrated the ability to inhibit Salmonella growth…
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Can Cheese Help Prevent Dementia? New Japanese Findings Hint at Small-but-Meaningful Benefits
Overview: A Possible Link Between Cheese and Cognitive Health Could a simple dietary habit—enjoying cheese once a week—offer a small but meaningful hedge against developing dementia? A large Japanese cohort study published in Nutrients suggests that older adults who eat cheese at least weekly may face a lower risk of dementia over a three-year period.…
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Kiwi, Mineral Water and Magnesium: New Guidance Shifts Focus on Easy Steps to Ease Constipation
Rethinking constipation relief: more than just fiber New guidance on managing constipation points to practical, everyday changes that can make a real difference. Rather than starting with a high‑fibre plan alone, researchers from King’s College London say that kiwifruit, mineral‑rich water, and magnesium could form the cornerstone of an effective initial approach. The shift reflects…
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Kiwis and Mineral Water: New Guidance on Relieving Constipation
What the new guidance says about constipation relief Recent guidance on constipation emphasizes practical dietary changes over a sole focus on increasing fibre. Researchers from King’s College London reviewed the evidence and concluded there are multiple effective options beyond just “eat more fibre.” The key messages highlight two accessible starting points: kiwi fruit (and certain…