Microcystin-LR, a common environmental toxin produced by blue-green algae can contaminate drinking water. Within our bodies, certain intestinal bacteria can also transform food material into cancer-promoting substances. These substances increase the risk of developing colon cancer. They can also be absorbed into the body and cause cancer in other organs.
GG probiotic has been found to effectively bind to and remove microcystin-LR from water.
Removal of Microcystin-LR by different concentrations of Lactobacillus GG. [Nybom et al. 2007]
References:
Meriluoto J et al. Removal of the cyanobacterial toxin microcystin-LR by human probiotics. Toxicon 2005;46:111-114
Nybom SMK et al. Specific strains of probiotic bacteria are efficient in removal of several different cyanobacterial toxins from solution. Toxicon 2008;52: 214–220
