Enhancement of immunity in the elderly by probiotic Bifido lactis – (11-29-01)



Enhancement of immunity in the elderly by probiotic Bifido lactis

Articles like this just get me all warm and fuzzy. I use probiotics frequently in my practice, sometime with amazing results. There is a staggering amount of research on the benefits of this class of substances that I would consider it malpractice to put a patient on antiboitics (especially children) without thought to restore the normal flora after the course. This article demonstrates increased immune function in elderly (average age 69 yrs) using a probiotic supplement. Considering that side effects are very rare, might we possibly consider this as an adjunct or, preferably, replacement of a flu vaccine?

AJCN — Abstracts: Gill et al. 74 (6): 833

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James Bogash

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