Probiotics are synonymous with digestive health, but new data suggests we should take a closer look at their benefits for heart health.A team from the Medical College of Wisconsin induced an intestinal imbalance of bacteria with antibiotics in rats. They were given a probiotic drink with Lactobacillus plantarum 299v (Goodbelly), which was said to decreased circulating leptin levels by 41%. This hormone is very high in many overweight people, and studies link high leptin levels to increased risk of heart disease. The probiotic drink also reduced heart attacks by 29% in the rats.
Additional information about this research can be found in The Journal of the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology.
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Whole Foods Magazine
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Probiotic Eleven
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