Effects of probiotic supplementation on immune and inflammatory markers in athletes: an umbrella review and re-analysis of published meta-analyses of randomised controlled trials - PubMed
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- Probiotic supplementation significantly reduces TNF-α levels in athletes.
- Probiotics increase secretory IgA and IFN-γ levels, enhancing mucosal immunity.
- No significant effects were found on IL-6, IL-8, and IL-10 levels.
- The study supports probiotics as a nutritional strategy for immune protection in athletes.
- Future research should focus on strain-specific efficacy and optimal dosing.