It only makes sense...improved gut function enhances nutrient absorption. In a study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, researchers demonstrated that vitamin D levels increased in response to oral probiotic supplementation. A full 25% increase in vitamin D was observed after supplementing with oral probiotics for only 9 weeks.
If you want to learn more about the importance of gut health and how probiotics can benefit your health, check out Ray Medina's blog at Syonitx. Ray has a great handle on this subject.
Jones, M.L. et al. 2013. Oral supplementation with probiotic L. reuteri NCIMB 30242 increases mean circulating 25-hydroxyvitamin D: a post-hoc analysis of a randomized controlled trial. J Clin Endocrinol Metab April 22 [Epub ahead of print].
No comments:
Post a Comment