A practical guide for probiotics applied to the case of antibiotic-associated diarrhea in The Netherlands

Agamennone, Valeria; Krul, Cyrille; Rijkers, Ger T.; Kort, Remco

doi:10.1186/s12876-018-0831-x

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“…Several species of the genera Bi dobacterium and Lactobacillus claim to have a core bene t on healthy gut microbiota by creating a favorable gut environment [1]. Meta-analyses also suggest that they are effective against infectious diarrhea, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, travelers' diarrhea, slow gut transit, irritable bowel syndrome, abdominal pain and bloating, and ulcerative colitis [2,3,4].…”

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Knowledge, Attitudes and Understanding of Probiotics Among Pediatricians in Different Regions of Saudi Arabia

Hasosah

Qurashi

Balkhair

et al. 2020

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Background Probiotics are live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit upon the host. Knowledge and attitudes of health professionals have been reported to be at a medium level for probiotics . The objective was to evaluate the knowledge and practice styles about probiotics among pediatricians working in different regions of Saudi Arabia. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted at pediatric hospitals in Saudi Arabia. A national survey of 550 pediatric providers (PPs) was conducted between January and March 2020 anonymously on their knowledge and practice styles regarding probiotics, and it was completed by pediatric residents (PRs), pediatric specialist (PSs), pediatric consultants (PCs), and pediatric gastroenterologists (PGs). Results The survey had a response rate of 82%. Among the respondents, 57.7% were aware of the probiotic’s definition. There were significant differences in the percentage of participants who had little knowledge of probiotics (P<0.05), with the highest being PRs and the lowest being PGs. The most common probiotic used by all participants was Lactobacillus acidophilus (63.3%), and Mycobacterium avium was prescribed the least often (8.6%). Most PRs and PSs correctly reported that probiotics reduce the risk of antibiotic-induced diarrhea (74.9% and 80.2%, respectively), but there were no significant differences among them. Conclusions Significant differences in knowledge and practice patterns exist for probiotics. Identification of knowledge gaps may be useful to develop educational materials to improve the proper definition, knowledge, and use of probiotics.

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Knowledge, Attitudes and Understanding of Probiotics Among Pediatricians in Different Regions of Saudi Arabia

Hasosah

Qurashi

Balkhair

et al. 2020

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“…These therapeutic agents are known as pharmabiotics or probioactive (O'Shea et al, 2012). For examples, Agamennone et al (2018) stated that antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD) was a side-effect frequently linked to the use of broad-spectrum antibiotics, and clinical studies showed that co-administration of specific probiotics reduced the risk for AAD.…”

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Healthy chocolate enriched with probiotics: a review

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Benefits associated with consumption of probiotics and prebiotics are well known and many clinical studies have proven their positive impact on human health. The industrial interest in the usage of probiotics along with prebiotics in new food and pharmaceutical products is gradually increasing. However, the probiotic viability and stability during processing, storage as well as under adverse conditions during the gastrointestinal digestion are the significant challenges in probiotic products development. Chocolates are one of the most appealing products among the majority of people and may serve as a suitable carrier for probiotic delivery to the human gut. In addition, chocolate possess a wide range of potent antioxidants and other nutrients that can positively affect human health. Since there is an increasing demand for novel probiotic products, this review will examine the chocolates as a source of prebiotics, a carrier for already encapsulated probiotics and its possible industrial applications.

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“…lactis CIDCA 8221 in the treatment of C. difficile infection [42]. Agamennone et al carried out a meta-analysis to show which products or dietary supplements may be used to prevent diarrhoea associated with antibiotic therapy [43]. In the dairy product category, only one fermented dairy product containing the probiotic bacteria L. casei DN-114001 in the amount of 10 10 CFU/g showed its effectiveness [43].…”

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“…Agamennone et al carried out a meta-analysis to show which products or dietary supplements may be used to prevent diarrhoea associated with antibiotic therapy [43]. In the dairy product category, only one fermented dairy product containing the probiotic bacteria L. casei DN-114001 in the amount of 10 10 CFU/g showed its effectiveness [43]. These studies suggest that fermented dairy products may have a health-promoting effect in a variety of conditions.…”

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Influence of natural dairy probiotics on health

Wojciechowska-Alwin¹,

Sikora

Lipski

et al. 2019

J Pre Clin Clin Res.

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Introduction. Probiotics are live microorganisms which, administered in appropriate amounts, have a beneficial effect on human health. Food products that contain these microorganisms are known as natural probiotics. Probiotic food include the group of dairy products in which fermented milk products are majority. Objective. The aim of the study is to review current data and summarize knowledge on the effects of consumption of dairy probiotics on human health. The review also aims at discussing the potential of these health-supporting microorganisms as a prevention factor against civilization diseases. State of knowledge. Consumption of probiotic food, especially natural dairy probiotic food, may have a positive effect on health due to the presence of probiotic bacteria or by the presence of their metabolites (postbiotics) demonstrating bioactive effects. The intake of these products is associated with the improvement of parameters such as lipid profile, insulin sensitivity, cardiovascular risk parameters, or presents protective effect on bones. Studies show a correlation between the consumption of natural probiotics and reduction in duration of diarrhea or alleviation of the course of inflammatory bowel diseases. Conclusion. The influence of natural dairy probiotics consumption on the state of health has recently been broadly investigated. Regular consumption of these products has shown beneficial effect on gut microbiota and on a wide range of health parameters. However, further studies are necessary to draw a precise conclusion.

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A practical guide for probiotics applied to the case of antibiotic-associated diarrhea in The Netherlands

Cited by 82 publications

References 88 publications

Knowledge, Attitudes and Understanding of Probiotics Among Pediatricians in Different Regions of Saudi Arabia

Knowledge, Attitudes and Understanding of Probiotics Among Pediatricians in Different Regions of Saudi Arabia

Healthy chocolate enriched with probiotics: a review

Influence of natural dairy probiotics on health

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