The study showed that infants supplemented with L. reuteri Protectis had a significantly reduced number of gastrointestinal symptoms compared to those supplemented with L. rhamnosus (LGG) and controls. Also duration of hospital stay was significantly reduced by L. reuteri Protectis.
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- Our study clearly demonstrates the benefits of probiotics in preterms. Especially convincing were the results for L. reuteri, says Professor Mario Romeo, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, University of Catania, Italy.
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