Survival of LcS
Survival through the gastrointestinal tract is considered a key characteristic of a probiotic strain. The strongest evidence for survival is detection of the strain in faeces after consumption.
Here we share some of the fundamental research behind the unique probiotic strain used in Yakult, Lacticaseibacillus paracasei Shirota (LcS).
Survival through the gastrointestinal tract is considered a key characteristic of a probiotic strain. The strongest evidence for survival is detection of the strain in faeces after consumption.
An important consideration, especially when considering use of probiotics via enteral feeds or in critically ill patients. LcS has over 80 years of safe use and is also supported by safety study data.
Studies have shown that LcS consumption not only increases the presence of LcS in the gastrointestinal tract, but also modulates the resident microbiota.
This downloadable resource contains an overview of the research on the survivability, modulation and safety of LcS bacteria.