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Probiotics
: Lactobacillus in fermented milk, low-fat milk or lactose-hydrolyzed low-fat milk may enhance immune function. Bifidobacterium may also be helpful in the elderly population. However, commercially produced yogurts may not yield similar benefits. There is some evidence that probiotics added during food preparation (e.g. waffles with Enterococcus faecium M-74 added) may enhance immune function. More studies are needed, particularly with yogurt, to provide concrete conclusions.Natural Standard Monograph, Copyright © 2008 (www.naturalstandard.com).
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