Evidence supporting the use of: Lactobacillus mixed)
For the health condition: Chemotherapy (reducing side effects)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Lactobacillus (usually in mixed probiotic formulations) has been studied for its potential to reduce certain side effects of chemotherapy, particularly gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea and mucositis. Chemotherapy can disrupt the normal balance of gut microbiota, which may contribute to these side effects. Several randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses have explored whether supplementation with probiotics containing Lactobacillus strains can prevent or lessen chemotherapy-induced diarrhea, especially in patients with colorectal or pelvic cancers.

Evidence suggests that probiotics, including Lactobacillus species, can reduce the incidence and severity of diarrhea in some chemotherapy regimens. For example, a 2018 meta-analysis in Supportive Care in Cancer found a statistically significant reduction in chemotherapy-associated diarrhea with probiotic supplementation. Some studies also report benefits in reducing the severity of oral mucositis.

However, the strength of evidence is moderate (rated 3/5), as studies are often small, use different probiotic combinations, and vary in patient populations and chemotherapy types. While the majority of data is positive, there is still no universal consensus on the most effective strains, doses, or treatment durations. Probiotics are generally considered safe in immunocompetent patients, but caution is advised in severely immunocompromised individuals.

In summary, there is scientific evidence (though not definitive) supporting the use of mixed Lactobacillus probiotics to help reduce certain chemotherapy side effects, mainly gastrointestinal symptoms.

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alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
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anthocyanins
astaxanthin
astragalus
beta caryophyllene
bifidobacterium bifidum
bifidobacterium breve
bifidobacterium infantis
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black currant
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fish oil
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green tea
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l-alanyl-l-glutamine
l-carnosine
l-cysteine
l-glutamine
l-glutathione
l-glycine
l-taurine
lactobacillus acidophilus
lactobacillus brevis
lactobacillus bulgaricus
lactobacillus lactis
lactoferrin
lentinula edodes mycelia
licorice root
lion's mane
luteolin
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melatonin
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pectin
phytocannabinoids
pomegranate
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quercetin
reishi mushroom
resveratrol
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selenium
shiitake mushroom
spirulina
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tributyrin
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zinc
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