Clinical studies supporting beneficial characteristics of microbes are mandatory for establishing relevant use of probiotics in target populations. A new study investigated which clinical studies with probiotics have been registered and where, and if the design, characteristics and quality of the … [Read more...] about Must-read: Global analysis of clinical trials with probiotics
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Probiotics Seed Hope in Autism
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
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
IPA Responds to “60 Minutes” Video
A widely viewed television program named “60 Minutes” recently posed the question “Do Probiotics Actually Do Anything?” Be sure to watch the 13 minute piece which aired on June 28, 2020 here. IPA with its Scientific Committee immediately addressed the concerns and inconsistencies in the segment. … [Read more...] about IPA Responds to “60 Minutes” Video
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 World Congress + Probiota Americas 2020 cancelled: We’ll be back in 2021
In light of the ongoing uncertainty around the COVID-19 public health crisis, the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2020 has been cancelled, but will return June 16-18, 2021 in Washington, D.C. After extensive discussions between William Reed, the publishers of NutraIngredients-USA and hosts … [Read more...] about IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2020 cancelled: We’ll be back in 2021