Probiotics are being studied for possible health benefits in infants. The results from some studies suggested that probiotics may be helpful in necrotizing colitis, but the most recent results have suggested otherwise. Probiotics are the microorganisms those provide health benefits when administered in the host in adequate amounts. Many probiotics have been found helpful in adults and young children in gastrointestinal problems.
Scientists have also started to assess whether probiotics can be used in infants with gastrointestinal problems. There has been some studies in the past that have suggested probiotics may be helpful in the preterm infants. However, phase 3 results from most recent clinical trial contradict with previous propositions. Previous studies into probiotics for treating very preterm infants have been carried out, but the rigor and generalizability of some of the trials…
