Lactobacillus Casei
Lactobacillus casei (now renamed to Lacticaseibacillus casei, often called Lactobacillus casei Shirota and Yakult) is a bacterial strain seen as probiotic.
Quick Answer
What it is
Lactobacillus casei (now renamed to Lacticaseibacillus casei, often called Lactobacillus casei Shirota and Yakult) is a bacterial strain seen as probiotic.
Key findings
- Grade C: C-Reactive Protein (CRP) (Immune Health)
- Grade D: Blood glucose (Immune Health)
- Grade D: Immunity (Upper Respiratory Tract Infection)
Safety
No specific caution or interaction language was detected in the current summary/outcome notes.
ℹ️ Quick Facts: Lactobacillus Casei
Quick Facts: Lactobacillus Casei
- Best Evidence:Grade C
- Conditions Studied:4
- Research Outcomes:21
- Key Effect:Immune Health
Detailed Outcomes
Evidence by Condition
Best grade per condition (each condition may have multiple outcomes)
Research Citations (3)
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