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New research published in the FASEB Journal suggests that Lactobacillus reuteri immediately affects nerves in the gut, explaining how probiotics workHere's another reason to breast feed your baby: Canadian researchers have discovered how a probiotic found in breastmilk reduces or eliminates painful cramping in the gut. In a new research report published online in the FASEB Journal (http://www.fasebj.org), these scientists use mice to show that a specific strain of Lactobacillus reuteri decreases the force of muscle contractions in the gut within minutes of exposure. This bacterium naturally occurs in the gut of many mammals and can be found in human...

New Study Says Diet May Soothe Colicky BabiesPOSTED: 10:08 pm EST November 7, 2005 UPDATED: 10:28 pm EST November 7, 2005 DETROIT -- Moms who breastfeed are often given all sorts of advice about diet, especially when it comes to foods that might make their baby fussy or gassy. Parents of colicky infants will go to almost any extreme to calm their chronic crybabies. A new Australian study of nearly 100 breastfed colicky newborns suggests eliminating common foods linked to allergies -- like peanuts, eggs, cow's milk, wheat soy and fish -- from Mom's diet may help reduce infant crying...

I need help. 3-week old with colic and acid/silent reflux symptoms. Mom's heartbroken and at wit's end and I'm helpless at work all day.