Probiotics help heal brain damage

Chinese scientists say probiotic bacteria in yogurt and other supplements can help brain-damaged patients improve their condition significantly.

The study was published in Critical Care Magazine .

When brain damage, patients often suffer from more inflammation due to the brain's release of glucocorticoids to fight infections and prevent spread.

The prevention of the inflamed system is calculated by modifying T-helper cells (Th1 by Th2) - these Th2 cells are abundant in probiotic bacteria that will stimulate the activity of large anti-inflammatory agents. infection and subsequent acquisition of B-cells are involved in the production of antibodies.

The experimental study was conducted in 52 patients with brain injuries and receiving special treatment, these people were divided into two groups: the group of conventional therapists and the therapeutic group. The solution has added nutrients containing probiotic bacteria.

The results showed that patients with probiotic bacteria significantly increased levels of interferon (the type of protein made by the body's cells when they were attacked by viruses to prevent the virus from developing) and reduced infection within Shorter time.