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Athletes Might Benefit from Probiotics

February 14, 2008: 12:00 AM EST
Probiotics may boost the immune health of long distance runners, protecting them from respiratory illnesses. Australian researchers writing in the British Journal of Sports Medicine said a daily probiotic capsule enhanced the activity of T cells in 20 elite endurance athletes during four months of training. Their athletic performance was measured on a treadmill, while blood samples were taken regularly. Blood levels of interferon gamma, an important component of the body's immune response, were doubled when the subjects received probiotics, compared with placebo. The researchers say the mechanism remains unclear and it is not possible to draw definite conclusions.
Stephen Daniells, "Probiotics Give Endurance Athletes' Immune Boost: Study", Nutraingredients Europe, February 14, 2008, © 2000/2008 - Decision News Media SAS
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