Lactobacillus reuteri
Lactobacillus reuteri is a bacterium with probiotic properties. Supplementation with L. reuteri seems to improve symptoms of infantile colic and could be beneficial in the management of a variety of gastrointestinal issues, including infectious diarrhea and H. pylori infection. Lactobacillus reuteri has been reclassified, resulting in a name change to Limosilactobacillus reuteri.
Quick Answer
What it is
Lactobacillus reuteri is a bacterium with probiotic properties. Supplementation with L.
Key findings
- Grade B: Helicobacter Pylori Infection Signs (H. Pylori Infection)
- Grade B: Infant crying
- Grade B: Gastrointestinal symptoms
Safety
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βΉοΈ Quick Facts: Lactobacillus reuteri
Quick Facts: Lactobacillus reuteri
- Best Evidence:Grade A
- Conditions Studied:17
- Research Outcomes:89
- Grade B Findings:5
- Key Effect:Acute Gastroenteritis
Detailed Outcomes
Evidence by Condition
Best grade per condition (each condition may have multiple outcomes)
Research Citations (30)
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