Beer-Sheva, Israel—Researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev have identified new drug candidates to combat pathogenic bacteria and treat various inflammatory conditions, based on molecules isolated by probiotic Kefir yogurt. The research was published in Microbiome and led by Orit Malka, a Ph.D. student of Professor Raz Jelinek, VP of...
Washington, D.C.—The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) has unveiled the retailer education program “Probiotics: What’s Inside is Alive,” according to a press release. The campaign was developed in collaboration with CRN’s Probiotics Working Group (PWG) to provide retailers with information about labeling practices, storage and handling requirements, and health benefits.
Kennesaw, GA—A new clinical study, Examining the Gastrointestinal and Immunomodulatory Effects of the Novel Probiotic Bacillus subtilis DE111 published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, looks at the immune support effects of Bacillus subtilis DE111 from Deerland Probiotics & Enzymes. The IRB-approved, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study involving 44 healthy adults who consumed either...
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia—Probi is entering a three-year collaboration with researchers at La Trobe University at Australia to study bone health, according to a press release. “Bone health is a relatively new area within probiotics, and in alignment with Probi’s mission of being ‘First in Probiotics,’ this collaboration proves our dedication...
Kaneka Probiotics has introduced Lactobacillus plantarum DR7, for upper respiratory tract health, immunity and the gut-brain axis. The ingredient, isolated originally from fresh bovine milk, is not genetically engineered, is gluten-free, and is approved by EFSA (Qualified Presumption of Safety, QPS). 6250 Underwood Rd., Pasadena, Texas 77507, www.kanekanutrients.com...
Cibo Vita has added Probiotic Immune Booster and Probiotic Mega Immune Mix to its line of Nature’s Garden snacks. Containing essential minerals, vitamins and probiotics, the snacks are plant-based, vegan, and kosher and promote immunity and digestive wellness, the company says. 12 Vreeland Ave., Totowa, NJ 07512, www.cibovita.com...
BIOHM Health has expanded its line of probiotics to include BIOHM Super Reds, a powder formula that can be added to beverages in a pomegranate flavor. The formula is made from BIOHM's probiotics, prebiotics and digestive enzymes with red fruits, functional mushrooms, vegetables and herbal extracts. It is non-GMO, keto-friendly...
Weehawken, NJ—VMC Products for Health Inc. has announced a new partnership with Lallemand Specialty Cultures (LSC), a division of Lallemand Inc., now that LSC has acquired Yogourmet: VMC will remain the U.S. distributor of Yogourmet, as they have since 1986, according to a press release. Manufacturing has moved to France...
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Probi and Perrigo have signed an “extensive” pan-European agreement enabling the companies to expand probiotic digestive and immune health concepts into 14 European countries, according to a press release. Financial terms were not disclosed. Under the agreement, Perrigo will launch three probiotic products as dietary supplements within the digestive and...
