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Information on Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus 2038 and Streptococcus thermophilus 1131 (collectively called the “LB81 lactic acid bacteria” below)

LB81 lactic acid bacteria improve the intestinal environment and regularity

Meiji Co., Ltd. has been conducting various studies to promote a healthy lifestyle by optimizing the diet.
These endeavors have revealed that LB81 lactic acid bacteria improve the balance of intestinal microbiota and relieve constipation.
The studies have also revealed that, to achieve such health benefits, it is important to keep eating a certain amount of yogurt containing LB81 lactic acid bacteria every day.
This section introduces the functions of LB81 lactic acid bacteria that have been verified in two studies.

  • Improvement of intestinal flora and constipation by lactic acid bacteria
  • Effect of yogurt on constipation
  • New possibilities of LB81 lactic acid bacteria