The gastrointestinal system is central to so many chronic illnesses-mental and physical. This article is interesting in that is sites examples of the increasing attention probiotics are receiving in the medical community in the treatment of mental disorders, IBS, and pain disorders.

While the use of probiotics in the treatment of chronic illness is definitely an art and not something that may simply be administered alone and without a completely treatment plan in mind, they are often fundamental to the process of a patient having been chronically ill regaining wellness.

MAny times, people come to me saying that they are too sensitive to take probiotics, and while I understand what they are saying, what it tells me is that the probiotics have not previously been administered in a manner that person could tolerate.

It is wise to keep this in mind when reading an article such as this one. It is exciting to read these kinds of articles, and I am thrilled that researchers are giving probiotics their due, but, don’t go out and just start taking them bc that can often backfire on you. ONe needs the guidance of someone having the expertise to administer them properly.

In any case, here is the article, it is a great one:):http://www.psychologytoday.com/articles/201012/keen-cuisine-the-pros-probiotics