An abnormal blood lipid profile is one crucial target in the risk-reduction, prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease, the number one cause of death worldwide. Hypercholesterolemia, hypertriglyceridemia, increased low-density lipoproteins (LDL), and reductions in the levels of high-density … [Read more...] about Probiotics May Improve Blood Lipid Profile
Microbiome Environment
Yogurt: Beyond Breakfast
Yogurt holds a special place at the breakfast table and even finds its way into the lunch box. By dinnertime, this fast and easy staple is usually consigned to the refrigerator. Time to change it up. Quick review Yogurt is produced by fermentation of milk (mostly cow’s milk but also from … [Read more...] about Yogurt: Beyond Breakfast
IPA Webinar on Probiotics in Immune Support
On May 12, 2020, IPA will host a free webinar titled: Probiotics: Can They Play a Role in Immune Support? Our immune system is the body’s defense mechanism and is a big concern presently given its huge importance to human health. Science continues to show that perturbations of the microbiome, … [Read more...] about IPA Webinar on Probiotics in Immune Support
Kimchi: Can it fire up immunity?
South Korea has been praised for its swift testing and rapid response in handling the coronavirus pandemic. Another thought for a few in the probiotic community is that South Koreans may have another tool in their arsenal: healthful kimchi. Koreans love kimchi. This spicy fermented vegetable dish … [Read more...] about Kimchi: Can it fire up immunity?
Taxonomy, Updated
by Bruno Pot, Food microbiologist, Vrije Universiteit Brussel. Brussels, Belgium Does the name Lactobacillus ring a bell? Did you think you knew what lactobacilli were? Yes? Sorry, as of today you might need to study again! No?, then please read this message too. What happened … [Read more...] about Taxonomy, Updated
Immune Impacts of Probiotics, Prebiotics and Synbiotics
by Sandra Saville RD, IPA Education and Communications Committee, reviewed by Artur Ouwehand PhD and IPA Scientific Committee With health presently top of mind, many questions surround what we can do to keep healthy and support the immune system. Maintaining a healthy immune system … [Read more...] about Immune Impacts of Probiotics, Prebiotics and Synbiotics