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12/30/2017 / By Ralph Flores

Study shows probiotics help reverse gastrointestinal distress and symptoms of depression

Depression, a leading cause of disease and injury the world over, may have met its match in probiotics. This benefit, based on a study conducted by researchers from McMaster University, does not only apply to depression, but it also extends to gastrointestinal upset, a condition that can mean anywhere from diarrhea to gastrointestinal gas. According […]

12/06/2017 / By Ralph Flores

Probiotic painkiller: A new study has found that certain gut bacteria produce GABA which combines with lipoproteins to act as a potent painkiller

You would think that we’ve pretty much explored our own bodies, but we’re still learning more things every day — just look at your gut. Scientists were able to discover that a probiotic bacteria living in your intestinal microbiota (the microorganisms living in your gut) can be used to treat pain caused by irritable bowel […]

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