PREP Audio - Probiotics
February 2008, Volume 3, No. 2

Probiotics

Probiotics

Learning Objectives

  • To explore the definition of probiotics.
  • To recognize where probiotics are found and how they are formulated.
  • To review the role of the intestinal microflora.
  • To identify the clinical uses of probiotics in the pediatric patient.
  • To explore the issue of probiotic safety and the contraindications to probiotic use.
  • To weigh the role of prebiotics.
Probiotics

Michael Cabana, MD, MPH, FAAP

Dr. Cabana disclosed no financial relationship relevant to this issue. This issue does not contain a discussion of unapproved/investigative use of a commercial product/device.

Probiotics

Andi L. Shane, MD, MPH, FAAP

Dr. Shane disclosed no financial relationship relevant to this issue. This issue does not contain a discussion of unapproved/investigative use of a commercial product/device.

Probiotics

Maria Oliva-Hemker, MD, FAAP

Dr. Oliva-Hemker disclosed no financial relationship relevant to this issue. This issue does not contain a discussion of unapproved/investigative use of a commercial product/device.