Evidence supporting the use of: Lactobacillus pentosus
For the health condition: Eczema
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2
Lactobacillus pentosus has been investigated in several recent studies for its potential role in supporting or alleviating symptoms of atopic dermatitis (eczema). The scientific interest is primarily based on the probiotic’s general ability to modulate the gut microbiota and immune system, both of which are implicated in the pathophysiology of eczema. A few animal studies and early-phase clinical trials have suggested that certain strains of L. pentosus may help reduce inflammation and improve skin barrier function. For example, a 2020 randomized controlled trial found that children with eczema who received a probiotic mixture containing L. pentosus showed some improvement in SCORAD (Scoring Atopic Dermatitis) scores compared to placebo, although the effect size was modest and the formulation contained other strains as well.
Despite these promising findings, the overall evidence is still limited, with small sample sizes, variable formulations, and a lack of large, well-controlled human studies using L. pentosus alone. Most systematic reviews of probiotics for eczema caution that the benefit appears to be strain-specific and not all probiotics are effective. Therefore, while there is some early scientific validation for the use of L. pentosus in this context, the evidence is not strong or conclusive at this time, justifying a moderate-low rating of 2.
Other ingredients used for Eczema
aloe veraalpha-linolenic acid (ALA)
bacillus coagulans
beta caryophyllene
bifidobacterium bifidum
bifidobacterium breve
bifidobacterium infantis
bifidobacterium lactis
bifidobacterium longum
bio ecolian (proprietary)
bisabolol
black cumin
borage oil
burdock
cannabis sativa oil
chamomile
coating
coconut milk
colostrum
curcumin
d-alpha tocopherol
evening primrose oil
forsythia
gamma linolenic acid (GLA)
gotu kola
heartwood
hemp oil
Indian tinospora
lactobacillus brevis
lactobacillus casei
lactobacillus paracasei
lactiplantibacillus plantarum
lactobacillus reuteri
lactobacillus rhamnosus
lactoferrin
lauric acid
licorice root
linoleic acid (LA)
luteolin
marine lipid
marshmallow
oat
omega-3 fatty acids
oregano
oregon grape
perilla
phellodendron amurense
plantain
prebiotic blend (proprietary)
sage
schizonepeta
scrophularia root
slippery elm bark
sphaeranthus indicus
streptococcus thermophilus
thyme
triphala
vitamin D3
vitamin E
zinc
chickweed
typhonium
xanthium (cockleburs)
papaya
neem tree
nut grass
clerodendrum indicum
paederia foetida
tinospora cordifolia
blackboard tree
caesalpinia crista
peony
dodder
fern
sweetgums
morinda
oriental arborvitae
trichosanthes
zanthoxylum
birch
polyphenols
fulvic acid
menthol oil
aster root
paw paw
melaleuca alternifolia
indigo leaves
geranium
Ash
Avens
Ardisia
Achyranthes
Anamu
Abrus
Albizia
Ajuga
Aucubin
Aerva lanata
American Liverleaf
Allantoin
Asteracea
Argan nut oil
Amor seco
Arisaema
Bee Propolis
Black Seed
Bifidobacterium
Bifidobacterium adolescentis
Babchi
Baphicacanthus cusia
Broussonetia
Balsam
Bishop's Weed
Boswellic Acid
Butea monosperma
Barleria
Bitter Grass
Banyan
Bifidobacterium animalis
Black Nightshade
Bombax
Bacteria
Borage
Bifidobacteria
Boerhavia diffusa
Borneol
Coconut
Centella triterpenes
Caryophyllene
Calendula
Cinnamomum
Calotropis gigantea
Colloid
Cocoa Butter
Curcumen
Centipeda
Curcuma
Castile Soap
Costus
Castor Oil
Copaiba Oil
Celosia
Dianthus
Epidermal Growth Factor
European Elder
Eupolyphaga sinensis
Erodium cicutarium
Emu Oil
Elephant's Head
Euphorbia
Evening Primrose Oil
Ethyl Linoleate
European-Five Finger Grass
Embelia
Goldthread
Little ironweed
Mallow
Orchid
Snakeroot (unspecified)
Silk protein
Sumac
Zucchini
Other health conditions supported by Lactobacillus pentosus
Allergies (food)Colitis
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Eczema
Enteritis
Inflammation
Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Leucorrhea
Oral Surgery
Rhinitis, Allergic
Urinary Tract Infections
Vaginitis