Yakult is a science based company that has been involved in research since its outset in the 1930s. To date, there are over 100 peer-reviewed publications of human trials investigating Lactobacillus casei (L. casei) Shirota.  

Here you can find information on the research behind L. casei Shirota, including key areas that have been extensively studied, as well as emerging areas where probiotic research is showing promising applications.