The human vagina is inhabited by a range of microbes belonging to over 50 species. Among the plethora of species, Lactobacilli are the most common, particularly in healthy women. The...

The condition and function of the gastrointestinal tract are essential to our well being. This largely depends on the maintenance of a proper balance of the intestinal ecosystem. The human...

Probiotic bacteria are shown to promote the endogeneous host defense mechanisms. In addition to the stabilization of the gut microflora, probiotics have been shown to enhance humoral immune responses and...

Urogenital tract infections are being increasingly recognized as a serious global health problem in women. They can have severe consequences, including infertility, ectopic pregnancy, chronic pelvic pain and miscarriage. In...

More than 1000 different bacterial species reside in the adult gastrointestinal tract. Some microbes are considered beneficial to the human host, while others are pathogenic. An appropriate balance of gut...

Probiotic bacteria have become increasingly popular during the last two decades as a result of the continuously expanding scientific evidence pointing to their beneficial effects on human health. The term...

Probiotics supplements have now been embraced and accepted as agents that can bring significant health benefits: Enhancement of the immune system. Antimicrobial effects inhibiting intestinal and food poisoning pathogens. Improvement...

Probiotics in the form of substances containing lactobacillus, acidophilus and Bifidobacterium cultures have been used for centuries as food preservatives and natural sources to promote good human health without specific...

Probiotics are a class of "good" or "friendly" bacteria that are normal inhabitants of the intestinal tract, helping with digestion. Although the word "bacteria" is usually associated with germs and...