Probiotics Gas Meta-Analysis Evidence Table

Structured evidence table for Probiotics Gas Meta-Analysis, generated from 2 reusable source documents in the Migaku knowledge base.

topicclaimevidence levelcitationsource
Probiotics Gas Meta-AnalysisRESULTS: This study synthesized evidence from 16 case-control studies and 6 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) through a systematic review and meta-analysis.1Li J (2026)Alterations of short-chain fatty acids in depression and effects of probiotics/prebiotics interventions on levels and clinical symptoms: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Probiotics Gas Meta-AnalysisThe case-control analysis found significantly lower plasma levels of acetate (SMD = -0.51, 95% CI [-0.86, -0.15]), propionate (SMD = -0.65, 95% CI [-1.06, -0.25]), butyrate (SMD = -0.43, 95% CI [-0.72, -0.15]), and valerate(SMD = -1.09, 95% CI [-2.02, -0.17]) in individuals with depression compared to healthy controls.1Li J (2026)Alterations of short-chain fatty acids in depression and effects of probiotics/prebiotics interventions on levels and clinical symptoms: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Probiotics Gas Meta-AnalysisIn fecal samples, no significant differences were found in the three main SCFAs, but fecal valerate was decreased and isobutyrate was increased.1Li J (2026)Alterations of short-chain fatty acids in depression and effects of probiotics/prebiotics interventions on levels and clinical symptoms: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Probiotics Gas Meta-AnalysisBACKGROUND: Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) are essential metabolites in the interaction between gut microbiota and the host.1Li J (2026)Alterations of short-chain fatty acids in depression and effects of probiotics/prebiotics interventions on levels and clinical symptoms: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Probiotics Gas Meta-Analysis1 Strain Evidence strength Proposed Mechanism Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-1 ( ) 2016 Pakdaman et al.3Perets Tsachi Tsadok (2026)Lactose intolerance and probiotics: from pathophysiological mechanisms to clinical applications
Probiotics Gas Meta-AnalysisRandomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial reported reduced lactose intolerance symptom scores after supplementation, with improved tolerance to lactose challenge High beta-galactosidase (lactase) activity enhances lactose hydrolysis; may reduce colonic lactose load and gas production; potential modulation of gut microbiota Bifidobacterium animalis subsp.3Perets Tsachi Tsadok (2026)Lactose intolerance and probiotics: from pathophysiological mechanisms to clinical applications
Probiotics Gas Meta-AnalysisDemonstrated support for lactose digestion in vitro and in randomized placebo- and lactase-controlled clinical trials; associated with reduced gastrointestinal symptoms during lactose exposure beta-galactosidase delivery to the small intestine and enhanced lactose breakdown; may shift fermentation toward less gas-producing pathways Multi-strain probiotic formulation (Bio-25) ( ) 2020 Gingold-Belfer et al.3Perets Tsachi Tsadok (2026)Lactose intolerance and probiotics: from pathophysiological mechanisms to clinical applications
topicProbiotics Gas Meta-Analysis
claimRESULTS: This study synthesized evidence from 16 case-control studies and 6 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) through a systematic review and meta-analysis.
evidence level1
citationLi J (2026)
sourceAlterations of short-chain fatty acids in depression and effects of probiotics/prebiotics interventions on levels and clinical symptoms: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
topicProbiotics Gas Meta-Analysis
claimThe case-control analysis found significantly lower plasma levels of acetate (SMD = -0.51, 95% CI [-0.86, -0.15]), propionate (SMD = -0.65, 95% CI [-1.06, -0.25]), butyrate (SMD = -0.43, 95% CI [-0.72, -0.15]), and valerate(SMD = -1.09, 95% CI [-2.02, -0.17]) in individuals with depression compared to healthy controls.
evidence level1
citationLi J (2026)
sourceAlterations of short-chain fatty acids in depression and effects of probiotics/prebiotics interventions on levels and clinical symptoms: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
topicProbiotics Gas Meta-Analysis
claimIn fecal samples, no significant differences were found in the three main SCFAs, but fecal valerate was decreased and isobutyrate was increased.
evidence level1
citationLi J (2026)
sourceAlterations of short-chain fatty acids in depression and effects of probiotics/prebiotics interventions on levels and clinical symptoms: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
topicProbiotics Gas Meta-Analysis
claimBACKGROUND: Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) are essential metabolites in the interaction between gut microbiota and the host.
evidence level1
citationLi J (2026)
sourceAlterations of short-chain fatty acids in depression and effects of probiotics/prebiotics interventions on levels and clinical symptoms: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
topicProbiotics Gas Meta-Analysis
claim1 Strain Evidence strength Proposed Mechanism Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-1 ( ) 2016 Pakdaman et al.
evidence level3
citationPerets Tsachi Tsadok (2026)
sourceLactose intolerance and probiotics: from pathophysiological mechanisms to clinical applications
topicProbiotics Gas Meta-Analysis
claimRandomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial reported reduced lactose intolerance symptom scores after supplementation, with improved tolerance to lactose challenge High beta-galactosidase (lactase) activity enhances lactose hydrolysis; may reduce colonic lactose load and gas production; potential modulation of gut microbiota Bifidobacterium animalis subsp.
evidence level3
citationPerets Tsachi Tsadok (2026)
sourceLactose intolerance and probiotics: from pathophysiological mechanisms to clinical applications
topicProbiotics Gas Meta-Analysis
claimDemonstrated support for lactose digestion in vitro and in randomized placebo- and lactase-controlled clinical trials; associated with reduced gastrointestinal symptoms during lactose exposure beta-galactosidase delivery to the small intestine and enhanced lactose breakdown; may shift fermentation toward less gas-producing pathways Multi-strain probiotic formulation (Bio-25) ( ) 2020 Gingold-Belfer et al.
evidence level3
citationPerets Tsachi Tsadok (2026)
sourceLactose intolerance and probiotics: from pathophysiological mechanisms to clinical applications

Source documents

  1. Alterations of short-chain fatty acids in depression and effects of probiotics/prebiotics interventions on levels and clinical symptoms: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
  2. Lactose intolerance and probiotics: from pathophysiological mechanisms to clinical applications