Can probiotics benefit children with autism spectrum disorders?

Dec 29, 2016World journal of gastroenterology

Can probiotics help children with autism?

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Abstract

Children with autism commonly experience gastrointestinal problems such as abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea.

  • Probiotics may help improve bowel habits and behavioral and social functioning in children with autism.
  • The gut microbiome is important in both organic and functional gastrointestinal disorders.
  • Microbial interventions, including probiotics, have shown effectiveness in treating various gastrointestinal conditions.
  • Clinical, immunological, and microbiome-related changes are reported in children with autism compared to typically developing children.
  • Gut inflammation, permeability issues, and absorption abnormalities may contribute to gastrointestinal problems in this population.

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