Life-Lengthening Properties of Lactic Acid Bacteria

Date:   9/27/2014 5:24:54 AM ( 10 y ago)

Élie Metchnikoff (1845 – 1916) was a Russian biologist, zoologist and protozoologist, best known for his pioneering research into the immune system.

"Mechnikov also developed a theory that aging is caused by toxic bacteria in the gut and that lactic acid could prolong life. Based on this theory, he drank sour milk every day. He wrote three books: Immunity in Infectious Diseases, The Nature of Man, and The Prolongation of Life: Optimistic Studies, the last of which, along with Metchnikoff's studies into the potential life-lengthening properties of lactic acid bacteria (Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus), inspired Japanese scientist Minoru Shirota to begin investigating a causal relationship between bacteria and good intestinal health, which eventually led to the worldwide marketing of kefir and other fermented milk drinks, or probiotics.

In honor of this great and illustrious researcher, The Russian Empire created the prestigious Mechnikov Medical Academy in St. Petersburg. One of the most prestigious institutions in the training of physicians and senior professionals in Russia.":
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Élie_Metchnikoff

November 16th -

"Clabbered milk is a symbol of resistance.":
http://www.clabbermouth.com/2011/01/05/what-is-a-clabbermouth/





 

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