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By Stephen Beech

A "good" gut bacteria found in probiotic drinks and tablets leads to a healthier pregnancy, according to new research.

“Good” gut bacteria boosts placenta for healthier pregnancy, reveals study

University of Cambridge scientists have discovered that the good gut bacteria Bifidobacterium breve in pregnant mothers regulates the placenta's production of hormones critical for a healthy pregnancy. (Jorge Lopez-Tello/ Cambridge University via SWNS)

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“Good” gut bacteria boosts placenta for healthier pregnancy, reveals study

Over 150 biological processes in the placenta - involving over 400 different proteins - were found to be different in mice with, and without, Bifidobacterium breve in their gut. (Jorge Lopez-Tello/ Cambridge University via SWNS)

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“Good” gut bacteria boosts placenta for healthier pregnancy, reveals study

Mice with Bifidobacterium breve in their gut lost fewer of their pregnancies. (Jorge Lopez-Tello/ Cambridge University via SWNS)

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