Genetic predisposition alone cannot fully explain the current rise of food sensitivities, like celiac disease. Scientists have characterized the bacterial enzyme elastase involved in driving immune activation and worsening reactions to gluten in genetically susceptible hosts.

Probiotics

9 Nov 2016

by GMFH Editing Team

Probiotics are ‘live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host’. In other words, these friendly bacteria work hard to improve your health.

This clinically-oriented summary of gut microbiota research was developed by members of the Gut Microbiota and Health section of the European Society of Neurogastroenterology & Motility (ESNM), and was approved by the Board of Directors of the Section and by the Steering Committee of ESNM.

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