Probiotics; with Special Emphasis on their Role in the Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
S. Afr. j. clin. nutr. (Online)
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24(2): 63-73, 2011.
Article
Dans Anglais
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| ID: biblio-1270538
ABSTRACT
Probiotics are live microorganisms; and when administered in adequate amounts; bestow beneficial effects on the host. The therapeutic and preventative application of probiotics in several disorders is receiving increasing attention; and this is especially true when gastrointestinal microbiota is thought to be involved in their pathogenesis; as in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Given the increasingly widespread use of probiotics; a thorough understanding of their risks and benefits is important. The purpose of this review is to update healthcare professionals on current probiotic information; and provide an overview of probiotic treatment approaches; with special emphasis on IBS
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AIM (Afrique)
Sujet Principal:
Savoir
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Probiotiques
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Syndrome du côlon irritable
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Audit gestion
langue:
Anglais
Texte intégral:
S. Afr. j. clin. nutr. (Online)
Année:
2011
Type:
Article
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