Clinical evidence summary- Vaginal health and a balanced vaginal microbiome
Vaginal health is a central component of women’s overall well-being.
The vaginal microbiome is a dynamic microecosystem that consists of many different bacteria, which differ from woman to woman and fluctuates based on hormonal changes and lifestyle factors 1 , 2.
A healthy vaginal environment is typically dominated by Lactobacillus species, which help maintain balance and protect against infections 1 , 2.
The number of Lactobacillus bacteria can naturally vary throughout a woman’s life due to factors such as age, hormonal shifts, and external influences 3 , 4.
Vaginal dysbiosis, affecting up to 50% of women, leads to conditions like bacterial vaginosis (BV) and yeast infections 5, 6.
Routine management of vaginal dysbiosis may involve antibiotic treatment, but the rise in antibiotic resistance has prompted interest in other management options 7, 8, 9. There is research evidence that certain probiotic lactobacilli may help to reduce the risk of recurrent yeast infection. 8, 10
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