Probiotics May Be The New Vaccines
by The Daily Eye Team November 3 2015, 3:20 pm Estimated Reading Time: 0 mins, 26 secsProbiotics have been getting quite a bit of attention of late. By definition, they are “live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host.” This rather vague definition has led to a host of potential benefits ranging from better digestion to improved weight management and even better mental health. But until recently, no one has mentioned vaccines. Yet, a probiotic oral vaccine may one day be our route to protection against infection.