Probi Defendum® is an immune concept based on two strains from Probi, Lactobacillus plantarum HEAL9 and Lactobacillus paracasei 8700:2. These strains have been clinically studied for effects on the immune system and their impact in the respiratory tract in adult populations has previously been reported by Berggren 2011 and Busch 2013.
The recent publication in the European Journal of Nutrition confirms for the first time the efficacy of Probi Defendum® also in children.
The study was conducted in Sweden during the winter season of 2013-2014, with healthy children 1-6 years old attending day care. The young participants were randomly allocated to consume either Probi Defendum or placebo, once daily, for a period of 12 weeks. The results show that Probi Defendum may reduce nasal congestion and the need for concomitant medication.
It is known that symptoms in the respiratory tract are one of the main causes for days away from school and work and it has been discussed that specific strains of probiotics could make a difference. We are therefore happy to be able to present data that support the benefit from using Probi Defendum® by both adults and children.
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