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https://doi.org/10.26493/978-961-293-015-8.29-34
Probiotics consumption in physically active
individuals
Dominika Češek, Katja Bezek, Mihaela Jurdana
University of Primorska, Faculty of Health Sciences, Polje 42, 6310 Izola, Slovenia
cesek.dominika@gmail.com; katja.bezek@fvz.upr.si; mihaela.jurdana@fvz.upr.si
Abstract
Introduction: It is well known that physical activity (PA)
recommendation has positive effects on individual’s health status.
On the other hand, low levels and excessive exercise can lead to
negative consequences, influencing the immune system and changing
the permeability of a gut barrier leading to a higher risk for infections
and inflammation. Considering the link between gastrointestinal
(GI) tract and symbiotic microorganisms, or microbiota, probiotics
consumption might have an indirect influence on the health status
of individuals with vigorous physical activity. There is an increasing
number of studies describing the probiotic effect on immune and GI
tract function, affecting the respiratory infections, and the performance
of active individuals. This report provides data between probiotic
consumption and the health status of individuals with different levels
of physical activity. Methods: Literature review was focused on the
effects of probiotics on health status of general and PA population.
In questionnaire-based survey 33 individuals were included. The
data regarding PA, eating habits, defecation and knowledge and use
of probiotics were collected and analyzed. Results: Probiotics have a
beneficial effect on health status and performance in PA individuals
when consumed regularly and in adequate amount. Although the
participant’s knowledge about the term »probiotics« was acceptable, the
knowledge about the source of probiotics in daily diet was insufficient.
Probiotic consumption in form of foodstuff and dietary supplement in
the selected population was inadequate. Discussion and conclusions:
Due to the study limitations observed, e.g. small samples, short periods
of probiotic consumption and choice of different probiotic strains, it is
difficult to summarize the specific effect of the probiotic consumption on
PA individuals. There is a need for additional studies with standardized
protocols to confirm the health benefits of probiotics on individuals with
Probiotics consumption in physically active
individuals
Dominika Češek, Katja Bezek, Mihaela Jurdana
University of Primorska, Faculty of Health Sciences, Polje 42, 6310 Izola, Slovenia
cesek.dominika@gmail.com; katja.bezek@fvz.upr.si; mihaela.jurdana@fvz.upr.si
Abstract
Introduction: It is well known that physical activity (PA)
recommendation has positive effects on individual’s health status.
On the other hand, low levels and excessive exercise can lead to
negative consequences, influencing the immune system and changing
the permeability of a gut barrier leading to a higher risk for infections
and inflammation. Considering the link between gastrointestinal
(GI) tract and symbiotic microorganisms, or microbiota, probiotics
consumption might have an indirect influence on the health status
of individuals with vigorous physical activity. There is an increasing
number of studies describing the probiotic effect on immune and GI
tract function, affecting the respiratory infections, and the performance
of active individuals. This report provides data between probiotic
consumption and the health status of individuals with different levels
of physical activity. Methods: Literature review was focused on the
effects of probiotics on health status of general and PA population.
In questionnaire-based survey 33 individuals were included. The
data regarding PA, eating habits, defecation and knowledge and use
of probiotics were collected and analyzed. Results: Probiotics have a
beneficial effect on health status and performance in PA individuals
when consumed regularly and in adequate amount. Although the
participant’s knowledge about the term »probiotics« was acceptable, the
knowledge about the source of probiotics in daily diet was insufficient.
Probiotic consumption in form of foodstuff and dietary supplement in
the selected population was inadequate. Discussion and conclusions:
Due to the study limitations observed, e.g. small samples, short periods
of probiotic consumption and choice of different probiotic strains, it is
difficult to summarize the specific effect of the probiotic consumption on
PA individuals. There is a need for additional studies with standardized
protocols to confirm the health benefits of probiotics on individuals with
