Evidence supporting the use of: Bifidobacterium adolescentis
For the health condition: Irritable Bowel Syndrome

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Synopsis

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

Bifidobacterium adolescentis has been investigated for its potential role in the management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), though the evidence base is limited and not conclusive. Several small clinical trials and in vitro studies have indicated that certain strains of B. adolescentis may positively influence gut microbiota composition, modulate immune responses, and improve intestinal barrier function, all of which are relevant to IBS pathophysiology. For example, some studies have shown that B. adolescentis supplementation can increase short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) production and reduce pro-inflammatory cytokine levels, which might alleviate IBS symptoms. However, most of the clinical research has involved probiotic mixtures rather than B. adolescentis as a standalone intervention, making it difficult to attribute observed benefits specifically to this species. A few randomized controlled trials have reported modest improvements in bloating, stool consistency, and abdominal discomfort with B. adolescentis-containing products, but meta-analyses and systematic reviews generally classify the quality of evidence as low to moderate due to small sample sizes, heterogeneity of study populations, and variability in probiotic formulations. Therefore, while there is some scientific rationale for the use of B. adolescentis in IBS, robust clinical validation is lacking, and its efficacy remains uncertain compared to better-studied probiotics such as Bifidobacterium infantis or Lactobacillus species.

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