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Researching probiotics online: How to identify quality content
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2020
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This blog post highlights the important things to bear in mind when researching for and reading information on probiotics. A recent study has demonstrated that a simple google search on the topic includes inaccurate information and claims that are commercially driven and not backed up by quality science. The post provides 5 top tips to help in identifying quality information on probiotics, from the qualifications of the author and the references provided, to watching out for claims of probiotics as a panacea for all ills.
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Probiotics for Immunity – a Look at the Research
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2020
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This blog post presents the evidence available about the links between the gut microbiome, probiotics and the human immune system. With a useful run through of the different aspects of our immune systems, it provides details of the evidence for specific probiotic strains and in what circumstances they can be effectively and safely used to boost immunity.
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How to take care of your immune system
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2020
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This blog post summaries some of the simple but powerful dietary and lifestyle measures that can be taken to support the immune system. It discusses the power of sleep, exercise and diet in relation to immunity and the importance of minimising levels of stress, alcohol and travel. With useful tips for each of these areas and an attractive infographic setting it out in an eye-catching visual, it is a great one for Nutrition Practitioners to share with clients through their own social media channels.
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Blood sugar levels may influence vulnerability to coronavirus, and controlling them through conventional means might be protective
The Conversation
2020
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Control of blood glucose by diet and exercise, as well as better control of blood sugar in diabetics, especially when ill with COVID-19, may possibly help control the severity of COVID-19 and even its spread.
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Gut-Brain Axis
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2020
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The idea of a gut-brain axis is not new, however the science continues to grow on the mechanisms behind the link between these two organs. Against a background of the physical connection between the gut and brain, this blog post provides details of the way that the gut microbiome communicates with the brain, influencing levels of anxiety, sleep, behaviour and mood. With details of specific probiotic strains used in a trial on depression, a TED talk link given by Guilia Enders on this topic and plenty of references to the microbiome and mental health, this is a good read for Nutrition Practitioners exploring mental health and links to the gut.
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Your Child's Microbiome: Dr Kate's Complete Guide
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2020
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A healthy gut microbiome is important to many aspects of health, from digestion, immunity, energy and skin. This blogpost provides up-to-date information on children's microbiome health, exploring pregnancy, birth and the early years in detail and giving details of what can affect the microbiome and ways to support it. Nutrition Practitioners working with parents and children will find the infographic on Your Child's Microbiome included in this blogpost a useful clinical tool.
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Do probiotics help with eczema?
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2020
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Eczema is a common and unpleasant complaint. An area of growing interest is the role of probiotic bacteria and skin health. This blogpost gives details of the different types of eczema that Nutrition Practitioners may see in their clinics and presents the research on the potential role of different probiotic strains of bacteria. Research is presented on dysbiosis, immuno-modulatory and anti-inflammatory effects and intestinal permeability which will help Nutrition Practitioners with targeted and individualised probiotic protocols.