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Patent-pending probiotic could disrupt Crohn's disease biofilms

Probiotic found to help weaken stubborn microbial biofilm communities in the gut that can worsen symptoms

Date: April 3, 2019 Source: Case Western Reserve University Summary: Probiotics typically aim to rebalance bacteria populations in the gut, but new research suggests they may also help break apart stubborn biofilms. Biofilms are living microbial communities -- they provide a haven for microbes and are often resistant to antibiotics. A new study describes a specific probiotic mix that could help patients with gastrointestinal diseases avoid harmful biofilms that can worsen their symptoms.

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