Differential Effects of <i>Lactobacillus casei</i> Strain Shirota on Patients With Constipation Regarding Stool Consistency in China

Abstract

LcS supplementation improved the constipation-related symptoms in constipated subjects. Differences in baseline stool consistency could result in different anti-constipation effects of LcS intervention. LcS balanced the stool consistency-softened the HS and hardened the SS. These effects could be associated with modulation of the gut microbiota and SCFA production.