Probiotics are live microorganisms that, when ingested in adequate amounts, produce a therapeutic or preventive health benefit. The first commercially available probiotic product was released in 1935 and now millions of people around the world take a probiotic supplement each day. Research into the health benefits of probiotics is one of the fasting growing areas of medical research.There have been dozens of medical research studies completed over the last few decades and there are currently around 700 ongoing studies at various stages. Studies are looking at whether probiotics can help gastro-intestinal problems, promote weight loss or even stop you getting as many colds. This easy to read and understand book tells you what probiotics are, shows you what to look for when choosing a product and tells you what all the research means in terms of health benefits for you. After reading this book, you will be able to make an informed choice on whether you should take probiotics.
Author Biography:
Dr. Shaun Holt is an Adjunct Professor at Victoria University of Wellington, has started two clinical trials organizations and formed Research Review, a company that produce reviews of medical research. Shaun holds Pharmacy and Medicine degrees, has been the Principal Investigator in over 50 clinical trials and has over 180 publications in the medical literature. He is the Scientific Director and a founder of HoneyLab and an advisor to several pharmaceutical companies. Shaun has been a regular contributor on TV1's Breakfast programme and national radio shows and is the author of 6 books including the bestseller "Natural Remedies That Really Work". He was a finalist for the New Zealander of the Year, Innovator of the Year award 2015.
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