Effects of Three-Month Intake of Synbiotic on Inflammation and Body Composition in the Elderly: A Pilot Study

We hypothesize that improvements in the gut microbiota are capable of ameliorating gut permeability and, consequently, reducing systemic inflammation and the risk of frailty. This study aims to evaluate some effects of synbiotic supplementation on inflammatory markers and the body composition of the...

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Main Authors: Sandra Maria Lima Ribeiro, Camila Maria de Melo, João Valentini Neto
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2013-04-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/5/4/1276