Bifidobacterium BB-12 is the abbreviated version name of Bifidobacterium animalis lactis BB-12® (BB-12®). BB-12® is a registered trademark of Chr. Hansen A/S (เดนมาร์ก) and has been used in dairy and infant milk products since 1985.
This probiotic is used to increase the number of bowel movements and to improve the stool consistency in treating constipation. Bifidobacterium bb-12 has a regulating effect which balances the bowel. BB-12® also produces enzymes that breaks down undigested matter and loosens any hardened blockages within the bowel.
This probiotic produces short chain fatty acids which have a lubricating effect to make bowel movements easier. BB-12® also stimulates peristalsis (muscle contractions that push food though the intestines) and repairs the gut lining and regulates epithelial cell growth in the gut wall.
Bifidobacterium bb-12® helps to reduce incidences of upset stomach, enhances the immune system and supports bowel function. Clinical studies have also shown it reduces respiratory tract infections (RTI’s). BB-12® infant treatments reduced episodes of crying, fussiness and irritability.