Probiotic yogurt reduces cold symptomsEffect of fermented milk on upper respiratory tract infection in adults who lived in the haze area of Northern China: a randomized clinical trial.
We investigated how consuming Qingrun yogurt, which contains the probiotic Bifidobacterium lactis, affects common colds among adults living in hazy areas. In a clinical trial with 136 participants, those who enjoyed the probiotic yogurt daily experienced fewer colds and reported milder symptoms compared to those who consumed regular yogurt.
Remarkably, it even shortened the duration and intensity of respiratory infections. The findings suggest that incorporating probiotic yogurt into our diets could be a beneficial strategy to help combat upper respiratory infections.
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Probiotics reduce cold illness in childrenProbiotic effects on cold and influenza-like symptom incidence and duration in children.
We evaluated the effects of probiotic consumption on cold symptoms in healthy children aged 3 to 5 during winter. In our double-blind, placebo-controlled study with 326 participants, we found that those who received probiotics experienced a significant drop in fever, cough, and rhinorrhea incidence.
Specifically, the combination of Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium lactis significantly reduced fever by up to 72.7% and decreased cough incidence by 62.1%. Additionally, children on probiotics missed fewer days of child care, making it a promising strategy for managing cold symptoms in young kids.
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Probiotics boost immunity, reduce coldsProspective study of probiotic supplementation results in immune stimulation and improvement of upper respiratory infection rate.
We examined how probiotic supplementation influences the frequency of common colds in adults with a past history of multiple infections. In a carefully designed study where participants were randomly assigned to receive either a probiotic drink or a placebo, we observed that those taking probiotics had fewer upper respiratory infections and less severe flu-like symptoms.
Additionally, there was a notable increase in immune markers among the probiotic group, demonstrating enhanced immune function. However, certain immune indicators showed no significant differences between the groups. Overall, our findings suggest that probiotic drinks can be a safe option for reducing cold occurrences and boosting immunity.
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LcS reduces cold occurrenceDaily intake of fermented milk with Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota reduces the incidence and duration of upper respiratory tract infections in healthy middle-aged office workers.
We observed the effects of fermented milk containing Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota on upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) among 96 healthy office workers aged 30 to 49. In a randomized controlled trial, participants consumed LcS-FM or control milk daily for 12 weeks. Results showed a significant reduction in URTI incidence in the LcS-FM group (22.4% versus 53.2%), along with fewer episodes and shorter duration of symptoms. This suggests that Lactobacillus casei may support immune health, helping fend off colds.
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Probiotics reduced cold symptomsRandomized controlled trial of probiotics to reduce common cold in schoolchildren.
We assessed the impact of a two-strain probiotic, Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium bifidum, on common cold symptoms in schoolchildren through a double-blind randomized controlled trial.
Over three months, children aged 8-13 in Thailand received either the probiotics or a placebo.
We found a significant reduction in cold symptoms and school absenteeism among those taking the probiotic, along with lower rates of fever and cough. Overall, this suggests probiotics could be beneficial in managing cold symptoms for school-aged kids.
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