Evidence supporting the use of: Bacillus coagulans
For the health condition: Allergies (food)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Bacillus coagulans is a probiotic bacterium that has been investigated for its potential to support gut health and modulate immune responses, which are relevant to food allergies. The rationale for its use in food allergies stems from the hypothesis that probiotics can help balance gut microbiota and influence immune tolerance to allergens. Some preclinical studies (animal models) and small human trials have suggested that certain probiotic strains, including B. coagulans, may reduce markers of allergic inflammation and modulate immune responses in ways that could theoretically be beneficial for food-allergic individuals.

However, the clinical evidence specifically supporting B. coagulans for food allergy treatment or prevention is limited. A few studies have shown that this probiotic can improve gut barrier function and reduce inflammatory markers, but these studies are often small, not focused exclusively on food allergies, or involve mixtures of probiotics rather than B. coagulans alone. Comprehensive reviews and meta-analyses of probiotics for food allergies generally conclude that while some strains may offer mild benefit, robust evidence is lacking, and more research is needed to identify which strains are effective and for which populations.

In summary, there is some emerging scientific evidence suggesting potential benefits of B. coagulans for food allergies, but it remains preliminary. The evidence base is not strong, and current guidelines do not recommend its routine use for this purpose. The rating of "2" reflects weak but suggestive scientific support.

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