According to reports, scientists believe that the elderly should take probiotic supplements. Drinks, yoghurts or capsules may help them prevent bowel conditions, such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). People above 60 years old have about 1,000-fold less "friendly" bacteria in their guts compared...

According to a new trial study, treatment with so-called SSRI antidepressants seems to reduce abdominal symptoms and promote overall well being in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Dr. Jan Tack from University of Leuven in Belgium and colleagues note in the journal Gut, these...