Probiotics in primary care pediatrics

Michael D. Cabana; Andi L. Shane; Cewin Chao; Maria Oliva-Hemker

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Probiotics in primary care pediatrics

Michael D. Cabana, Andi L. Shane, Cewin Chao, Maria Oliva-Hemker

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Abstract

Probiotics are live microorganisms that help stabilize and balance intestinal microflora. Although these organisms are ubiquitous and have been used in the production of foods, probiotics have been used more frequently for therapeutic purposes, including the treatment and prevention of pediatric diseases. This article reviews the proposed mechanisms of the beneficial effects of probiotics, potential uses of these organisms in pediatric care, and promising future directions for their application.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	405-410
Number of pages	6
Journal	Clinical Pediatrics
Volume	45
Issue number	5
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1177/0009922806289614
State	Published - 2006
Externally published	Yes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health

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