Hayfever Hope: Probiotic Drink Can Modify Immune System's Response To Grass Pollen

Wednesday, June 4, 2008 - 08:21 in Health & Medicine

Scientists have found that a daily drink containing probiotic bacteria can modify the immune system's response to grass pollen, a common cause of seasonal hay fever. In a pilot study in humans, the probiotic significantly reduced the production of molecules associated with allergy. But they are not yet recommending that sufferers rush to the supermarket as the changes may not have an immediate effect on symptoms.

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