Evidence supporting the use of: Lactococcus rhamnosus
For the health condition: Lactose Intolerance

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Synopsis

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

Lactococcus rhamnosus is sometimes used in probiotic formulations aimed at supporting lactose intolerance. The rationale is based on the ability of certain probiotic bacteria to produce β-galactosidase (lactase), the enzyme that breaks down lactose. While L. rhamnosus is not the most commonly studied probiotic for this purpose (strains of Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium are more prominent), there is some, albeit limited, scientific evidence supporting its potential benefit. Studies have shown that some strains of L. rhamnosus can survive passage through the gastrointestinal tract and may contribute to lactose digestion by releasing lactase, thereby reducing symptoms of lactose intolerance such as bloating and diarrhea. However, clinical trials specifically evaluating L. rhamnosus for lactose intolerance are relatively few and often have small sample sizes or use mixed-strain probiotics, making it difficult to attribute observed effects solely to L. rhamnosus. Thus, while there is a mechanistic basis and some supportive evidence, the overall quality and quantity of data are modest, and L. rhamnosus is not universally recognized as a primary probiotic for lactose intolerance. More robust, strain-specific clinical trials are needed to strengthen the evidence base.

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