Space gut check: probiotics studied on ISS crew
Knowledge-focused
Completed
This study looked at whether taking a daily probiotic drink can help keep astronauts' immune systems and gut bacteria healthy during long stays in space. Ten astronauts on the International Space Station took the probiotic and provided stool, blood, and saliva samples before, dur…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yakult Honsha Co., LTD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC