Bacteria
Lactobacillus salivarius
Lactobacillus salivarius, now named Ligilactobacillus salivarius, is a lactic acid bacterium that naturally lives in the human mouth and gut.
When live bacteria need extra caution
Probiotics can cause gas. Serious infection risks are greater in people who are very ill or have weakened immune systems; premature infants are another vulnerable group. NCCIH advises medical discussion for people with underlying health conditions and warns against delaying proven care. 1 2
For information, not individual medical advice. Ingredient studies do not establish the effectiveness of these products.
Sources
- Probiotics: Fact Sheet for Consumers NIH Office of Dietary Supplements