Gut microbes may offer clues to a potentially devastating and confounding disorder named autism. Whereas the causes of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are unclear, genetic anomalies, nutritional deficiencies, toxins and infections are suspected. Now scientists are looking more closely at gut … [Read more...] about Probiotics Seed Hope in Autism
Microbiome Environment
Chill Out with Popsicles
Summertime and the living should be easy. But with pools, camps and playgrounds mostly closed due to COVID-19, kids are restless. While this year is tough on all of us, small surprises like icy popsicles may ease the heat and stress. Also, popsicles made with kombucha, kefir and yogurt may … [Read more...] about Chill Out with Popsicles
World Microbiome Day Spotlights Diversity
World Microbiome Day is celebrated on June 27th this year. Diversity is the theme: the event will celebrate diversity of microbes, microbiome habitats and diets to feed microbiomes. In addition, diversity among microbiome researchers will be spotlighted. World Microbiome Day 2020 will … [Read more...] about World Microbiome Day Spotlights Diversity
IPA Explores Parkinson’s at WholeFoods Magazine
In addition to offering exclusive content on its website, the International Probiotics Association educates across other platforms. The latest offering is Probiotics Show Promise in Parkinson’s Disease, an article that appears on Whole Foods magazine online. The trade magazine showcases and informs … [Read more...] about IPA Explores Parkinson’s at WholeFoods Magazine
A Case for Probiotics in Gas-Related Symptoms
Eat more fiber, dietitians advise. To be sure, health-conscious, disease-fearing humans love their beans, fruits, vegetables and whole grains — until the dreaded intestinal gas shows up in the end. Healthy plant-based diets are rich in fermentable residues. These components (resistant starches, … [Read more...] about A Case for Probiotics in Gas-Related Symptoms
Lacto…WHAT…cillus? What happened to my Lactobacillus probiotics?
On June 22, 2020, IPA will host a free webinar titled: Lacto…WHAT…cillus? What happened to my Lactobacillus probiotics? REGISTER NOW FOR THE FREE WEBINAR By 2019, there were over 255 species of the genus Lactobacillus that had been named for the same common property of lactic acid production … [Read more...] about Lacto…WHAT…cillus? What happened to my Lactobacillus probiotics?