Lactobacillus rhamnosus

Lactobacillus rhamnosus, also called Lacticaseibacillus or L. rhamnosus, is a probiotic bacteria naturally found in our gut and various fermented food products. L. rhamnosus can benefit pediatric health, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) symptoms, dental care, and pathogen control.

L. rhamnosus is a well-researched probiotic bacterium with numerous health benefits. It is a normal resident of the healthy gut microflora and is known to play a significant role in human health. Here’s a summary of its benefits:

  • Pediatric Health

    L. rhamnosus has the potential to improve colic in preterm infants by lowering inflammation caused by harmful bacteria within an infant’s microbiome that can result in irritability. Another study found that a formula supplemented with L. rhamnosus led to infants less likely to develop conditions such as eczema, urticaria, asthma, or rhinoconjunctivitis.

  • IBS Relief 

    L. rhamnosus has been linked to a decrease in perceived abdominal distention and potential cognitive benefits concerning IBS by modulation of the parasympathetic innervation of the gastrointestinal tract.

  • Dental Health

    Supplementation of L. rhamnosus has been linked to lower levels of harmful bacteria within the oral microbiome, and reduction of dental plaque.

  • Pathogen Control

    Studies have found that L. rhamnosus contains the ability to secrete antimicrobial substances that can inhibit other bacteria by outcompeting harmful bacteria by better binding to certain molecules. L. rhamnosus has been shown to inhibit the attachment of pathogens, such as E. coli and Candida.

  • Eczema Prevention

    L. rhamnosus was found to protect against the development of eczema.

These benefits backed by scientific literature show the incredible potential impacts of  Lactobascillus rhamnosus on various aspects of our health. These studies have concluded in the past decades, increased Western lifestyle habits have led to a decrease in the overall presence of probiotics within the human body, leading to an increased recommendation to supplement your microbiome!