In an optional embodiment, a
probiotic preparation for treating and alleviating metabolic and
oxidative stress,
inflammation and
neurodegeneration and a method for using them are provided, including compositions, preparations, manufactured products and kits comprising them. In an optional embodiment, a
probiotic preparation as provided herein comprises or is composed of any combination of
Lactobacillus fermentum NCIMB 5221,
Lactobacillus plantarum NCIMB 8826 and Bifidobacteria longum spp. infantis NCIMB 702255. In an optional embodiment, a
probiotic preparation as provided herein is combined with Triphala. In an optional embodiment, a probiotic preparation as provided herein is used to treat metabolic diseases such as diabetes and
obesity, inflammatory diseases such as IBD, IBS,
arthritis; and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's
disease and Parkinson's
disease. In alternative embodiments, the probiotic formulations provided herein are used to combat
oxidative stress, reduce
inflammation, lower blood and total glucose levels, lower
triglyceride levels, and manage
insulin resistance.