Title: Yakult: Probiotic Drink Containing Lactobacillus Casei Shirota
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Content: Scientific Evidence
Yakult is the only probiotic product in the world containing the bacterium Lactobacillus casei Shirota, which is named after the Japanese microbiologist, Dr Minoru Shirota, who first cultured it. According to the company that produces Yakult, Yakult Honsha Co Ltd, Lactobacillus casei Shirota is one of the most studied probiotic strains. Indeed the company even has its own research facility. In scientific research carried out by the company itself as well as by other institutions, Lactobacillus casei Shirota has been shown to: Reduce the incidence of acute diarrhea 2 . Improve stool consistency and constipation 3,4. Increase beneficial bacteria (bifidobacteria) and decreases harmful bacteria (enterobacteriaceae) 5. Survive transit through the gastro-intestinal tract. Indeed the scientist who first cultured Lactobacillus casei Shirota set out to find a tough bacteria that would survive the acid conditions of the stomach 6. Pros and Cons
In terms of its advantages, the product is very convenient in terms of both size and storage – it can be kept out of the refrigerator for a short while so it suitable to take with you as a snack or part of your lunch.